Allow to sit overnight before straining the liquid through a fine mesh sieve. Pour this clear liquid into a spray bottle and ...

July and August in the vegetable garden typically bring bountiful harvests of colorful vegetables. These are also the months when insect pests can really make their presence known, with plant and ...

These vegetable pairings can cause stunted growth, welcome pests, and change flavor. Companion planting is an effective way to repel pests, attract beneficial pollinators, and stimulate healthy growth ...

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

Market-bought produce might seem clean from the outside but can house pests inside. It is crucial to keep it pest-free so that it's healthy. Here are some easy ways to do it. Mix one part vinegar with ...

Have you ever dreamt of plucking sun-ripened tomatoes and crisp cucumbers right from your backyard, knowing they’re as fresh ...

She’s also a keen gardener. This week, she’s offering advice on how to keep pests and predators out of your vegetable garden. Years ago, I wrote an article about the terrible time I was having ...

Beneficial bugs are being employed to tackle pests and protect the vegetables grown there, thus reducing the need for pesticides. And the good bugs are winning. The Adelaide Plains hosts the most ...

The contest consisted of identifying flowers, vegetables and herbs, fruits and nuts, ornamentals (trees, shrubs, vines), and pests (pests, weeds, and diseases) and eight quality judging classes.