Whether you opt for border plantings, cascading blooms, or select a variety that’s known as a trap crop to lure harmful ...

Sunflowers can thrive when they grow beside one other plant that helps to deter pests and can even trap them, luring them ...

There are a few common plants that are likely to attract pests into your garden - but an expert says there's no need to get ...

The other benefit to companion planting onions and root veggies is that they have similar soil and fertilization requirements ...

Marigolds are beautiful flowers that not only liven up gardens but also repel nematodes, aphids, and mosquitoes with their signature smell. By planting marigolds around vegetable patches or flower ...

Raised garden beds offer numerous benefits and can expand the variety of plants you are able to grow in a landscape. Discover ...

Cabbage ( Brassica oleracea var. capitata) is a versatile vegetable—it's a beautiful addition to a garden and a tasty ...

Gardeners can plant one flower now that will bloom in time for summer, and it will keep pests away from certain plants and ...

Broccoli ( Brassica oleracea) is a prolific—and delicious—addition to any garden. While cultivating this hardy green is ...

As you prepare for your landscaping and gardening this year, are you implementing preventative measures for pests? Now is the time to think about those strategies to minimize the damage to your plants ...

University of Illinois Extension horticulture experts will present tips, how-to’s, and answer questions about each monthly ...