The glamorous, showy flowers of hibiscus are a joy in summer and autumn. Hazel Sillver looks which of these colourful, exotic plants to grow and how ...

Stop watering cacti 3 to 4 weeks before the move so the plants are dry, and check them carefully for pests like mealy bugs or ...

Christmas and other holiday cactuses are classic houseplants that, when given the right care, can live for generations. Lucky ...

The white stuff that engulfs these flies is a fungus called Entomophthora muscae — Entomophthora translates to “ destroyer of ...

As larvae, these insects benefit your garden because their diet mainly consists of aphids. As adult beetles look for a nice ...

Some people feel threatened by cacti, reluctant to approach and appreciate the strength, endurance and beauty of these succulent stemmed and spine leafed plants. While you can respectfully and protect ...

If you suffer with ants in your home then white vinegar can be a good way to stop them. By mixing white vinegar, water and ...

Many gardeners will notice pests are around due to the time of the year and can not only ruin plants but also make someone ...

Featuring an array of delicious fruit from peaches to cherries, stone fruit is attractive to a variety of bugsthat can be ...

Ground beetles are a valuable asset in any garden due to their nocturnal habits, which make them effective at tackling ...

There are a few approaches to treating an outbreak. First, quarantine the plant. If you’re not too squeamish, just squish all ...

Did you fall in love with some of your tropical patio plants over the summer and can't bare to watch them die in the cold? You don't have to! Here are a few tips to keep them around for years to come.