Carolyn-Monika Görres laughs at the seeming improbability of her own research. She never expected to find herself eavesdropping on beetle grubs living in the soil, much less to be planning a project ...

Higher levels of nitrogen in the environment (coming from fertilizers and livestock, for example) not only affect plants but also soil invertebrates and insects. The diversity of roundworms declines ...

As I mentioned in my last column about hibiscus, many pests can feed on hibiscus making this a very high maintenance choice ...

Gardeners weary of watering look eagerly forward to autumn. October marks the transition from the invariably dry if variably hot summer into the hopefully wetter winter months. Even before the rains ...

These five zucchini companion plants can help repel pests, attract beneficial insects, and suppress weeds without pesticides.

Storing soil properly prevents pests, mold growth, and nutrient degradation. Store potting soil in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. If soil has a sour smell, mold infestation, or insects, ...

Scientists have discovered an ancient insect-killing toxin, produced by certain Streptomyces bacteria, that is structurally similar to diphtheria toxin but harmless to humans. Named Streptomyces ...