Potent herbs like basil, mint, sage and rosemary are great for topping spaghetti or making mojitos, but their scent stops insects like house and fruit flies from coming near.

Diatomaceous earth is a great, organic pest control method. Learn how to use diatomaceous earth to control garden pests like ...

There are some things you should never grow in the front yard. Some plants shouldn’t be used in front of a house because they grow too large or attract pests. Avoid problem plants like invasive shrubs ...

Keep your yard weed-free and safe for pets with pet-friendly weed killers made from household items. Protect your furry friends naturally.

On March 28, the annual Spring Garden Workshops, presented by the Western Massachusetts Master Gardener Association, is slated to take place from 9 a.m. to noon at the Westfield Middle School, 30 West ...

Gardeners should check their compost bins before late March when the temperature heats up, otherwise they can become a hotspot for flies and maggots.

Noticing rats in your garden? Your bird feeder could be the culprit: spilled bird feed attracts pests like rats, even leading ...

Most gardeners reach for the spray bottle the moment they spot a pest. But that reflex may be doing more harm than good, ...