Supported by By Emily Anthes Emily Anthes is a science reporter who writes Pet Theory, a column about our creature companions ...

For years, we’ve admired plants for their ability to cleanse the air and help fight air pollution. However, our green ally ...

When creepy crawlies find their way into your home, grabbing a shoe or a bottle of bug spray is a natural response. But what ...

Broccoli, another vegetable in the brassica family, isn't a good choice for planting alongside tomatoes. That's because tomatoes are notoriously hungry for nutrients, and broccoli will compete for the ...

Plants that attract these beneficial predators include vetch, alfalfa, corn, and crimson clover. Natives like elderberry, ...

The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our ...

Tomatoes and basil are not just a great team on the plate; they also pair well in the garden. myHOMEBOOK gardening expert ...

The term gnat is a general term for small fly. Black flies and other gnats are attracted to the carbon dioxide in our breath.

For another natural method to get rid of aphids, DIY your own “white oil spray” by combining ¼ cup of dish soap with a cup of vegetable oil (like canola or sunflower) in a spray bottle. Shake ...

The strong minty fragrance keeps out the insects and makes it an excellent ... Basil has an overpowering effect on the senses of various pests, thereby impairing their ability to navigate. Basil ...

Blossom-end rot also occurs when we have too much rain or engage in sporadic watering. So if you have been experiencing ...

OFL: With the wet weather, there are going to be some late planted soybeans in Ohio. Regardless of if growers are just ...