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 ...

DAYTON, OHIO (WDTN) – Not too far in the distance, we will be trading moisturizer for sunscreen and grilling out. Those summer days come with the pesky insects that hibernate in the winter. The most ...

Banker plants are valuable against common strawberry pests, such as aphids, thrips, and two-spotted spider mites. Cereal banker plants combat this scourge through an ongoing supply of non-pest aphids, ...

The findings reveal that insects developed modern patterns of herbivory long before flowering plants flourished, upending a long-held hypothesis Jack Tamisiea Paleontologist Conrad Labandeira, the ...

Ever notice how some gardens seem to thrive with fewer pests and more blooms? The secret often lies in attracting the right insects. Beneficial bugs can be your garden’s best friends, helping you ...

The shrub-like plant Rhynchotechum discolor produces fruit that are difficult to see from above but suitable for ground-dwelling insects. However, seed dispersal by insects was previously thought to ...

The seedhead and root-boring weevil feed only on invasive spotted knapweed, and die when the weed is no longer available, ...

They can cause many negative impacts. Researchers issue warning as harmful insects spread in US region: 'Not well understood' first appeared on The Cool Down.

Gardening enthusiasts often find joy in potting plants, but there’s an unexpected downside lurking in many popular potting mixes: an ingredient that can attract pests like moths, gnats, and even ants.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Recently, we visited with thousands of gardeners and aspiring gardeners at the Central Ohio Home & Garden Show and answered ...