As we move outside for the summer, containers play a large part in brightening the spots of the yard where gardens just don’t fit. Containers provide moveable, changeable plantscapes that soften and ...

Ants have a reputation for being relentless hunters. Widely known to carry anywhere between 10-50 times their own body weight, these tiny insects can also transfer seeds, small buds, or even bits of ...

As summer approaches,ants are more likely to infest your community. By learning how ants behave andrecognizing their calling cards, operators can successfully prevent theproblems they cause, according ...

A: No, but check the plants for honeydew-secreting insects such as aphids, mealybugs or scale on the plants. Ants collect this sweet, high-energy food. If you eliminate these less-desirable insects ...

•Sprinkle powdered red chile pepper, paprika, dried peppermint, borax, diatomaceous earth and/or pyrethrin in the pots. •Flood the container with water and insecticidal soap. •Eliminate aphids, ...

Q: Ever since the rain came, we’ve been invaded by ants. They are really tiny and get into everything! A: Argentine ants are so tiny and able to get into everything, even Ziploc bags. They also seem ...

Ants might be small, but they can become a significant nuisance in our homes and gardens. If you're dealing with an ant problem in your kitchen or among your plants, don't despair – there's a pleasant ...

As the warmer months roll in, so too does an increase in garden pests – and ants are among the most persistent. In fact, humans are outnumbered by ants nearly 2.5 million to one. With over 15,000 ...

Container plants are much more vulnerable to the devastation of summer heat and sun than those planted in the ground. Therefore, you need to provide special care to help them survive -- and more ...

Gardening is such a delight. That is, until you spot the signs that the plants you’ve been nurturing so fondly are actually a top-tier treat for tiny insects and bugs. Whether it’s slugs, ants or even ...