Using plants to repel wasps is a natural and effective way to keep them out of your garden without harsh chemicals. All the ...

Some plants produce chemicals that repel insects or make them less attractive to pests. Others have physical structures that prevent pests from feeding or laying eggs on them. Understanding how ...

Bees are always attracted to the purple flower of the rosemary. Photo / Steven McNicholl Someone mentioned to me the other ...

The licorice-like scent of petunias is enough to turn off many an insect including aphids, hornworms and squash bugs. The ...

Ornamental plants are a beautiful part of the holiday. Like many plants in our gardens and landscapes, some can be poisonous.

and peppermint have all been shown to effectively repel insects. Research on whether it’s safe to spray vinegar (diluted acetic acid) on plants is limited, and mixed. For instance, a 2022 study ...

Learn how to give your jacaranda tree the best possible chance of thriving in your yard, and how you can properly combat ...

Slugs can quickly destroy a gardener's hard work if left alone, but there is an easy and natural method to stop them from ...

The potent allspice oil, extracted from the Pimenta dioica plant, holds a secret power beyond its culinary prowess: it's a ...