Do you know why the vegetable band sounded a little off at the concert the other night? They were missing a beet. On any given summer evening, you can usually find me in one of two places. I’m either ...

Cucumber beetles are one of the most problematic pests for cucumbers, but even these pesky insects are no match for nasturtiums. Research has found that nasturtiums emit a peppery fragrance that ...

A few weeks ago a friend on Facebook posted a picture of a squash bug or Anasa tritis. Seems he was scouting his garden and found the insects on his squash plants. Squash bug has a snout it inserts in ...

Thrips are tiny (around 1/20 inch long) slender insects that cause mostly cosmetic damage to leaves, fruit, and flowers.

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July and August in the vegetable garden typically bring bountiful harvests of colorful vegetables. These are also the months when insect pests can really make their presence known, with plant and ...

If you seem to have squash bugs every year, scout for squash bug eggs at least a few times a week. Egg clusters are usually found where two leaf veins meet. Squash bug eggs are most often laid on the ...

DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - While the heat and humidity may make it hard for people to be outside, insects don’t seem to mind. Chief Meteorologist David Paul joined PC Brown of PC’s Nursery to talk about ...

There are nearly 1 million known insect species on Earth, and just 2% of these insects are harmful to plants, animals or humans. Managing insects in the vegetable garden and home landscape requires an ...

Gardeners can protect their plants from common pests like aphids, whiteflies, and caterpillars using natural methods. Instead of harsh chemicals, opt for water sprays, neem oil, and encouraging ...