Ladybugs, lacewings, and other beneficial insects feed on plant pests and naturally make gardens more pest-resistant. But like pollinators, these “good bugs" also feed on nectar and pollen, and ...

Snow and cold temperatures rarely kill plants native to Ohio. Most insects survive cold winters by producing an antifreeze-like chemical or entering diapause. Recently, we visited with thousands of ...

Most people have done it. You see something small and wiggly on a plant, your brain says “bug = bad,” and your hand is ...

I will bet everyone would love to receive a little free pest control in their yard. One way to achieve this would be to grow plants that provide food for beneficial insects. Beneficial insects can be ...

Whiteflies can devastate a garden, but different species are attracted to different plants. Here's what flora you need to ...

If you've got an insect infestation in the garden, take a beat before reaching for the spray can. First, consider whether the insects really pose any harm. We all know about beneficial insects like ...

Q: I was reading that worldwide insect populations are declining at an alarming rate and that 40% of insect species face extinction in the next 10 to 15 years. Use of pesticides and climate change are ...

Bats are to receive star treatment at next year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show, with a show garden demonstrating how easy it is to grow plants that support these night-loving mammals.Designed by Melanie ...

If you’ve got an insect infestation in the garden, take a beat before reaching for the spray can. A neighbor texted me this week asking for advice about controlling carpenter bees. She was hoping for ...