Wear gloves as the sap can be toxic. Alternatively, take a cutting or two and give the original plant away to someone who has more space in their home. Mealybugs can be a problem – look out for ...

While studying the eco-evolutionary implications of using herbicides, researchers at the University of Michigan found that insects do greater damage to herbicide-treated plants. The team also revealed ...

They reduce chemical use: Native plants have developed defenses to localized pests and diseases. This means you won’t need to use as ... In late summer, little bluestem seeds develop into a fluffy ...

The team discovered that these plants can withstand the effects of weed killers and display resistance to damage from herbivorous insects. In particular, morning glory plants were found to resist ...

The discovery of a unique relationship between insects and plants has solved a longstanding mystery. For over a century, botanists have wondered how the tiny seeds of Balanophora were dispersed, and ...

Homemade soap sprays made by mixing 1 tablespoon of dish soap into a quart of water can be used to control soft-bodied insects on plants, if necessary. Planting nectar-rich flowering native plants ...

Homemade soap sprays made by mixing 1 tablespoon of dish soap into a quart of water can be used to control soft-bodied insects on plants, if necessary. Planting nectar-rich flowering native plants ...

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 ...