If you want to keep ticks out of the yard, planting certain species may do the trick. While no plant is a sure-fire deterrent ...

And while it is great to attract worms to your garden, their casts are an overlooked lawn problem that's fueling weed growth.

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Most insect pests have natural predators. I feel compelled to write about this topic about once a year, because I abhor ...

Are Japanese beetles wreaking havoc in your Missouri garden? Control moisture levels and hand-picking techniques to help ...

Rotating crops, using straw mulch, and adding companion plants to the garden are all great ways to prevent squash bugs from ruining your vegetables. If an infestation has already started, you can pick ...

Houseplant owners are being urged to check their peace lily leaves now, as one simple ailment can cause mould, diseases and ...

AN angry homeowner has revealed that his neighbour is refusing to sort out their hideous garden. But not only is the ...