Tomatoes are pretty easy to grow with plenty of sunlight, water, and nutrient-rich soil, but pests are always a potential issue. Several types of pests have a taste for tomato plants and may cause ...

Spending time outside in the summer can do wonders for your mental and physical health — but bugs and insects can quickly cause your enjoyment to end. There are dozens of bug-repellent sprays on the ...

A green-fingered couple have shared their smart hack to keep pests away from your plants this spring and keep your garden blooming. Sarah and G, from Sydney, Australia, have tried and tested a true ...

Mention DEET (chemical name, N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide) in a crowded room, and you’re likely to hear a chorus of different opinions regarding its potential toxicity and health implications. Against a ...

• Dab one drop of citronella onto the top of each sock to prevent bites. • Add one of your favorite essential oils to Dr. Bronner’s liquid castile soap to wash your hands before you head outside (10 ...

Learn about these simple homemade natural insect repellents and nontoxic recipes for soothing bug bites to keep pests at bay. Being outdoors during the summer months will inevitably lead to encounters ...

‘Tis the season for camping trips and beach parties, barbecues and patio drinks, and you can bet that insects of all shapes and sizes are rubbing their little feet (forelegs?) together in glee at the ...

It’s summertime in Central Texas, and that means there are mosquitoes galore. Are you looking for natural ways to repel these and other pest insects? Learn what to plant in your garden to effectively ...