When faced with a pest problem, gardeners often wish for a solution that comes in a spray bottle and not the safer option of organic pesticides. It’s true that many poisons sold in garden centers will ...

We often find our outdoor fun activities restricted by the presence of pesky insects. There are plenty of commercial insect repellents available in the market, but some of us are wary of the harsh ...

It's Green Week at the Strategist, where we’ll be talking with eco-living experts and scouring the Internet for the best products that leave a light footprint and solve little household problems. Here ...

Whether you have an invisible pest terrorizing your garden or have caught some bugs red-handed, you're probably looking for a way to stop them. If organic and easy are two words you'd like to be part ...

We asked a pest pro to share the most effective natural mice repellent that will keep the critters out of your home—and it's ...

A broadfork such as this one is an excellent tool for preparing planting beds without turning over the natural soil layers. This hard-to-find tool is available from Johnny’s Selected Seeds. Something ...

If you’re looking for a safer and more natural way to protect your home from pests, Absolute Termite & Pest Control has new solutions that might be just what you need. The team joined us on Living808 ...

In modern times, it seems that most products can be purchased in an organic form. Anything from meat and dairy products right down to clothing can be made naturally. But when it comes to chemical ...

Monsoon brings pests to vegetable gardens. Chemical sprays harm soil and insects. Organic methods support biodiversity and are safe. Use neem oil as a natural repellent. Companion planting confuses ...

When the weather warms, we’re all itching to get outside. But with the great outdoors comes an array of critters, like pesky mosquitoes. Using mosquito sprays for your yard helps prevent mosquito ...