Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Fall backyard. Fall is a time for your backyard to reset. As we enter the colder months many plants go into dormancy, reserving ...

Effective, non-chemical methods to manage aphids, slugs and common garden pests, using early action, water sprays, barriers ...

Spring can be a busy time in our gardens. The emerging green shoots and blooming bulbs always lift the spirits, and there's plenty to be getting on with in terms of planning and seed planting. However ...

I’ve seen a rash of social media posts recommending the application of sticky-tape bands around tree trunks to prevent spotted lantern flies and other garden pests from accessing tree canopies and ...

For all that summer brings – camping, barbecues, swimming and vacations – there are some aspects of the warmer months that can be a real pest. Mosquitoes, for instance, are an unfortunate part of ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A metallic green June beetle crawling over a leaf - Vicky Wiedira/Shutterstock When those warm spring evenings start to roll in, ...

There are herbs that can transform a home garden into a natural pest shield. A garden filled with such plants provides beauty for the home, scent in the air, flavour in the kitchen, and a natural form ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... In late August, there is a vast assortment of insect action in our gardens, and it is worth a listen and a watch to see what is happening. The cicadas are ...