Most gardeners reach for the spray bottle the moment they spot a pest. But that reflex may be doing more harm than good, ...

Monty Don's natural method for deterring slugs helps keep numbers under control.

Experts share chemical-free ways to eliminate the slimy pest. In small numbers, slugs can help decompose organic matter and ...

Our rainy spring weather has been great for our gardens — but may also have encouraged some unwelcome garden visitors, including snails and slugs. Snails and slugs are similar in structure and biology ...

Hedgehog numbers are declining in the UK, but wildlife experts say there are two simple things you can add to your garden ...

Discover 10 effective organic methods for managing pests in your food garden with Mark from Self Sufficient Me. Learn how to grow healthier plants, practice seasonal planting, harvest early, and ...

Q: I have a problem with a shiny black caterpillar about 1/4 inch long having a tadpole-like shape, where the head is much larger than the other end. It is a voracious feeder and skeletonizes the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Snails and slugs are common in our Florida landscapes. But their control requires an understanding of their habits. Snails and ...

Embrace gardening with chickens! Chickens will devour many insects, including grasshoppers, Colorado potato beetles, slugs and more. This article is part of our Organic Pest Control Series, which ...

One of the first questions new gardeners ask is, “How do I keep bugs out of my garden?” The answer? You don’t! Bugs are a necessary (and sometimes helpful) part of every garden ecosystem. Learning to ...

Most gardeners reach for the spray bottle the moment they spot a pest. But that reflex may be doing more harm than good, including to the very garden they are trying to protect. According to the ...