Every morning, I head outside, coffee in hand, and usually in my pajamas, to check on my plants. "Who's thirsty? Who needs a trim?" I ask, tending to their needs as I move from bed to bed. Most days, ...

In fall, numbers of aphids, spider mites, wasps, Asian lady beetles, and ants may increase. Weeds are still thriving, so continue weeding your garden until the first hard frost. Due to increased ...

Every morning, I head outside, coffee in hand, and usually in my pajamas, to check on my plants. “Who’s thirsty? Who needs a trim?” I ask, tending to their needs as I move from bed to bed. Most days, ...

Every morning, I head outside, coffee in hand, and usually in my pajamas, to check on my plants. “Who’s thirsty? Who needs a trim?” I ask, tending to their needs as I move from bed to bed. Most days, ...

Gardeners sometimes tout cinnamon as a repellent for pests and a remedy for plant diseases. Is this common household spice really an effective tool in the garden, or is this just influencer hokum? We ...

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) combines various methods to control garden pests and diseases, minimizing risks. Cultural controls involve good gardening practices to prevent pest and disease issues.

A bit of prevention goes a long way in minimizing insect and disease problems in the garden. A holistic approach known as "Plant Health Care" starts with proper plant selection and care and ends with ...

Fungal diseases can present themselves in various ways, some clearer than others. Fungal disease and pests will never stop. Whether you're a first time gardener or a seasoned grower, experts have ...

Wherever you go, gardeners will tell you about the terrible pest problems they have to deal with in their landscapes. Here in southeast Louisiana, with our mild winters and long, hot, humid summers, ...