Ladybugs are incredible allies in the garden, acting as natural pest control and helping reduce the need for harmful pesticides. These vibrant insects are relentless hunters, dining on various pests, ...

Who doesn't love ladybugs? Those tiny, red-shelled and dotted garden guests are commonly associated with luck. But these are not just cute visitors, they're also hardworking heroes. While they may ...

A home garden can be an awarding experience, especially if you want to bring more pollinators into your yard and garden. There are many flowering plants that can attract these species, and it's always ...

Insects — they’re everywhere! With nearly 1 million named species, they make up about 90% of all species of animals on the planet and more than half of all living things on Earth. Yet it’s estimated ...

Does it ever seem that you look at one of the plants in your garden and it’s totally fine, and then the next time you look at it, it’s covered with aphids? That could be because aphid populations can ...

Outdoors ladybugs and Asian lady beetles are good at eliminating garden pests. Indoors they can leaves stains and smells behind. Learn how to keep them away.

I have written about my helpers who partner with me enabling me to keep gardening despite age-related issues. Other partners that I have are free and work independently. Healthy plants are the best ...

Ladybugs protect your garden by eating pests like aphids, mealybugs, and spider mites. Store-bought ladybugs often die or leave quickly, and collecting them harms native populations at both ends. You ...