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

Scientists have figured out at least two ways to make plants glow in the dark, delivering a first step – albeit a somewhat ...

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

Scientific research has proven that if we avoid deep tillage, don’t use chemical pesticides and fertilisers, and create ...

Some plant pairs will attract beneficial insects and pollinators to one another. Others, inversely, repel garden pests to prevent predatory insects from feasting on or damaging plants nearby. In ...

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 ...

Companion planting is the practice of growing different plant species together for mutual or one-sided benefits. It can also ...

Morning glory plants that can resist the effects of glyphosate also resist damage from herbivorous insects, according to a University of Michigan study. "When people think about herbicides and ...

Mouse-repellent plants are those that mice just can't stand being around ... Nevertheless, ultrasonic repellents work well for deterring a range of insects. They're widely available online, like this ...

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

Pests often show specific behaviors or patterns during the winter months due to the changes in temperature, humidity, and ...