The battleground noises that surround birds, squirrels, rabbits, frogs, insects and other wildlife aren't merely nuisances; they disrupt the basic instincts the animals' lives depend on.

It’s summer, so naturally the June beetles are out at night in full force. So, what do they do at night? Feed on your plants, ...

University of Minnesota Extension educator Marissa Schuh used decorative craft models and art supplies to prepare a lesson on food crop pest scouting.

If you have noticed ragged, irregular holes in your hostas or other broad-leaf garden plants, you may be dealing with garden slugs. These soft-bodied pests can be found in shady, ...

The war on gastropods is real and requires more than just a bottle of beer to conquer. In this video, I share my ...

Slugs can wreak havoc in a garden, chomping their way through leaves and flowers, but there's a simple way to keep them at bay - and it involves a surprising fruit and vegetable ...

Slugs will be attracted to your garden if you leave one thing outside, with gardeners urged to be vigilant as the summer months approach. By Brian Dillon , Audience Writer 06:00, Sat, May 3, 2025 ...

Slugs can do major damage to your garden, especially if you're in the business of growing fruits and veggies at home. Find out the common signs you have slugs.

Slugs may seem relatively harmless - after all, they are rather slow moving. However, they can cause a whole host of problems in your garden, from messing up your garden beds to spreading disease. ‌ ...

As we step into spring, warmer days, humid nights and showery conditions can mean one thing for gardeners – the unwelcome return of slugs. With young plants on the menu, it’s a race against ...

1. Egg shells. Line your borders with upturned eggshells.The sharp edges will stop slugs sliding past as they don't like the feeling. 2. Sand or gravel. Create a rough area around your plants with ...