Some of the flowers, such as petunias, that you enjoyed into June will probably not tolerate the heat and humidity of summer.

As if weeds and weird weather weren't bad enough, gardeners also have to face insect pests. Here's how to deal with them. Do you garden? I do, and every year, I watch my tomatoes and lettuce get ...

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Most insecticides will also kill the helpers, so follow directions and use in moderation. As warming temperatures arrive, ...

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The majority of insects are considered beneficial or harmless. Of course, those are the ones we want to have hanging around.

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A widely-used agricultural chemical sprayed on fruits and vegetables to prevent fungal disease is also killing beneficial ...

If you have limited space, choose a vining variety to grow on a trellis or a compact bush type. The Smith County Extension ...

Planting plastic forks in your vegetable garden is a hack that helps keep out animals due to the sharp points deterring and ...