Warm days start stretching longer, flowers push green shoots through soil, and excitement builds about fresh tomatoes, roses, ...

Dandelions aren't just weeds, they're important food sources for bumblebees, house finches, hover flies, numerous colorful butterflies, and more.

Boxelder trees—in addition to being a weedy, undesirable species that you should remove from your yard—attract boxelder bugs. Especially in the fall, large numbers of bugs gather in sunny spots on the ...

Prevent bites with these finds that aren’t an eyesore. If you gave your porch or patio a refresh for summer, it’s now time to enjoy the fruits of your outdoor makeover labor. At least it would be if ...

The season for lightning bugs—also known as fireflies—is beginning as warmer, more humid air spreads north across the country. These glowing insects thrive in slightly tropical environments and are a ...

Mosquitoes are a nuisance, especially during the warmer months and back-to-school season. Effective mosquito repellent options include sprays and bracelets. After-bite remedies like Benadryl and ...

Bug zappers kill beneficial insects but do not reduce mosquito populations. Pollinators and decomposers like moths and beetles suffer from light traps. Chemical repellents remain more effective for ...