Ever notice how a quiet yard suddenly comes alive when birds drop by? Their visits bring color, music, and a surprising bonus ...

To use diatomaceous earth outdoors, apply a fine layer to the perimeter of the patio or garden, paying special attention to any cracks and crevices in your walkways or patio. You can also apply it ...

The anticipation of picking ripe vegetables is one of gardening's greatest joys, but discovering a pest problem just as they're about to ripen can quickly turn that excitement into worry. Many ...

As a long-term advocate for organic growing, time and time again I come up across the same misconceptions about organic pest control and what it really involves. These myths can easily get in the way ...

Last week I started discussing some of the pesticides that can be used if you consider yourself an organic gardener. I started this discussion to help gardeners realize that in organic farming and ...

Are there safe ways to control pests on my vegetables? I’m especially concerned about worms on my broccoli and leaf miners in my lettuce. Something is also chewing holes in the leaves of my petunias ...

No one likes to share their home with unwanted pests, but reaching for harsh synthetic pesticides isn't always the answer. While traditional pesticides can help reduce the amount of creepy crawlers in ...

Pest prevention wasn’t much of a problem in Nevada. Our biggest hazard was black widows. Carelessness meant painful bites and possibly antivenin. They crept in dark corners and under cabinets — ...

Using pesticides to get rid of the annoying bugs will kill insects that benefit your garden and the ecosystem, experts say. DebraLee Wiseberg/Getty Images As we head into the fall, pollinators might ...

Discover the signs that a hedgehog lives in your garden and how to make your outdoor space a safe, welcoming haven for them.