Gardeners are being warned not to rake up fallen leaves from their lawns, as they can actually be beneficial for the plants ...

As the days get shorter and the temperatures get cooler, many species of insects will search for places to spend the winter. Depending on the insect, they will seek out ...

In the fall, I take in numerous houseplants that I grew on the deck or in containers in the garden. Plumeria, hibiscus, ...

Now that we’ve had a freeze, tree leaves will drop quickly and the tops of many herbaceous plants have been killed by low ...

While looking at my hackberry tree, the leaves were covered with this small round growth. Is it a disease, insect or just ...

The life cycle of a leaf is pretty magical,” said Andy Finton, a forest ecologist with the Nature Conservancy in ...

The arrival of fall brings shorter days, cooler nights and a gradual winding down of garden activity. Flowers start to fade, ...

Over 300 species of fruit depend on bats for pollination. Bats help spread seeds for nuts, figs and cacao — the main ...

IF you’re sick of insects invading your house, then look no further than the humble houseplant section at your local ...

Mulch comes in many shapes and forms and can be used in a variety of ways in your yard and garden. Here are some of the best ...

Frosts happen when the temperatures are between 32 and 36 degrees Fahrenheit and ice crystals form on surfaces ... and bottoms of leaves and stems). This will help prevent insect hitchhikers ...

Asian lady beetles can be identified by their thorax, the part right behind their head that forms a white ‘M’ shape. While ...