Gardeners can protect their plants from common pests like aphids, whiteflies, and caterpillars using natural methods. Instead ...

You’ve probably seen a hoverfly. It’s a small, bee-like insect that hovers over your flowers in summer. Though they look like tiny bees or wasps, they don’t sting. They’re actually some of the most ...

Ground cover plants are a great addition to any garden, but they're especially useful in vegetable gardens. "Ground covers ...

Horticultural expert Melinda Myers shares her sure-fire tips on how to get rid of mealybugs and other scale insects on your houseplants.

Before you spray, read this. A horticulturist explains why ants can actually protect your plants, and the safest way to ...

One becomes five and all of a sudden, you have hundreds of aphids on your plant - and a lot of sticky sap. Aphids reproduce rapidly and about five young females are born every day without ...

Dandelions aren't just weeds, they're important food sources for bumblebees, house finches, hover flies, numerous colorful butterflies, and more.

I planted white crape myrtles on the west and east sides of my patio 10 years ago. As I sit there, I see a fine mist dropping ...

From attracting pollinators to repelling pests, companion plants can benefit the crepe myrtles in your yard. And you'll add color and texture for more impact.

Jasmine is among the most popular flowering plants because of its sweet smelling and beautiful white flower. You can have a healthy jasmine plant to fill your garden or your balcony with its sweet ...

Design a neat, drought-tolerant South Texas landscape with trees, shrubs and blooms that feed birds, butterflies and hummingbirds year-round.