Mealybugs (Pseudococcus longispinus) are a type of unarmored scale insect. They are soft-bodied, and unlike their armored cousins, they keep their legs (rather than losing them and anchoring in one
House fungus gnats are tiny bugs that can cause significant problems for indoor plants. Although harmless to humans, their larvae can feed on the plant roots of container plants, causing
Often referred to as the Gardener’s Apprentice, ladybugs are often a welcome sight around gardens and crops. These brightly-colored insects voraciously devour and eat harmful aphids that damage your fruits
Caterpillars eating leaves is a widely known fact. But, devouring leaves is not the only issue that can arise with caterpillars. Many caterpillars, such as the Asp caterpillar, also sting
Few things are more frustrating than discovering white sticky stuff on the leaves of your plants. You find this is a sure sign of a mealybug infestation. At the nymph
Gardeners everywhere know that anything strange found on a plant can be a sign of major problems. One of the most common symptoms is the presence of a white sticky
Plant scale insects come equipped with piercing/sucking mouthparts and are widespread around the world. There are over 8000 types of plant scale, and they feed like (aphids and spider mites)
Neem oil is the go-to natural insecticide in most parts of the world due to its minimal effect on the environment and low to nonexistent toxicity for humans and pets.
You’ve no doubt heard of neem oil, the all-natural plant extract that’s used in a wide range of health and beauty products. It’s also considered by some to be one
Created from Indian lilac (Azadirachta indica) seeds, neem oil has earned a reputation as one of the toughest natural remedies against common plant pests available. Even its byproduct, neem cakes,
If you have any number of plants in your home or outdoors and have not experienced any pest problems, consider yourself lucky. If you have had your share of little
The use of horticultural oil is a common way to eliminate pest issues for fruit trees and landscape plants. Many people struggle to control the garden pests such as caterpillars, spider
If you grow plants you’ve heard people raving about the benefits of using neem oil. It’s used as a pesticide and for general plant care, such as neem cake fertilizing
Professional and home gardeners are aware of the many garden pests that can attack their plants. White aphids are one pest that can cause damage in large numbers. The many
There are all sorts of strange things we discover while caring for houseplants. One of the most perplexing is the appearance of white sticky stuff on plant leaves. Spotting this
Root aphids harm plants, introduce more pests and fungus, and reproduce fast. Killing them off with pesticides works. But, this treatment can make the diseased plant’s ecosystem worse by killing
Systemic insecticides have long been available for commercial use by growers to control pests and insects and its availability on a limited basis for the homeowner Most homeowners use primarily
Despite being relatively harmless, earwigs aka pincher bug (forficula auricularia) are unwelcome guests in your home. They can kill off houseplants and are a general nuisance. If you are trying
Diatomaceous earth is a natural, safe choice for many home gardeners. We share how to use diatomaceous earth in potted plants. Millions of people around the world use DE to control cockroaches, ants, mites, fleas, earwigs, crickets, centipedes, pillbugs, beetles, fungus gnat larvae, and other garden pests. [DETAILS]
Cabbage aphids (Brevicoryne brassicae) are small, gray-green insect pests that feed on certain types of plants, known as brassicas. They can cause significant damage to crops and tend to attack
Aphids are small insects that feed on green leafy plants. An aphid colony can destroy a garden, and unfortunately, they tend to attract colonies of ants. Anyone who has dealt
You probably know the pain of an aphid infestation. The tiny insects can wreak havoc on a garden if left unchecked. The signs include stunted plants with: Yellowing Wilting Curling
Question: Can you kill aphids with soapy water? Answer: Yes, soapy water will kill different species of aphids and general pest control. How? The basic organic garden recipe consists of
Here’s the deal on a homemade spider mite killer on plants! Every gardener needs to understand. The spider mite may be small, but they can damage plants as they suck
Diatomaceous earth (or DE) is generally considered one of the safest and most effective pest control methods currently available. Diatomaceous earth is especially attractive for home and organic garden enthusiasts.
You’ve heard of aphids and probably even seen one of these garden pests at some point. But did you know they also attack roses? The term aphid can relate to
When mealybugs claim a plant as their home, they can cause quite a bit of damage, including killing the plant. Worst of all, they tend to spend time in your
So you have a fly problem, now you want to get rid of flies in potted plants. It can seem unusual at first, but it’s a common problem for many
Gardening is a wonderful and productive hobby. But it can be frustrating to watch the fruits of your labor get destroyed by pests. When that happens, you have to make
Aphidoidea, or aphids, are small insects that feed by sucking on plant sap. These soft-bodied creatures are “true bugs” because they are equipped with a specialized mouth solely to withdraw