Pea aphids -- a serious agricultural pest -- have the ability to see and avoid a common, aphid-killing bacteria on plant leaves, according to a new study. Pea aphids -- a serious agricultural pest -- ...
Almost every gardener discovers aphids on their plants at one time or another. Before I get into what they are and how to control them, here is the most interesting thing about them: Female aphids are ...
Any gardener who's been at it for long enough inevitably learns who their enemies are and where to find allies. If you don't know what I'm referring to, just check out a recent TikTok video from ...
I got an unusual question this week from a friend on Facebook. I belong to a number of groups for plant lovers. Seems that there are people who like to talk about plants all year long. Imagine that!
Spring is finally here, which will be a massive relief to many across the UK. It will bring lighter evenings and warmer days.
Aphids represent a major threat to agriculture and forestry worldwide, owing to their remarkable physiological and ecological ...
Producers might hear a term from the past when they begin looking for solutions to treat the sugarcane aphid in sorghum, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialist. “We are ...
I often hear from gardeners who are worried when they discover a few aphids on their favorite rose. While aphids can be troublesome garden pests, especially when their population numbers more than ...
This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. If you’ve noticed more damage than usual to bean seedlings, lettuce or ...
Our gardens are welcoming sanctuaries in the summer – but we’re not the only ones who feel that way. Many hungry critters and creepy crawlies also call it home, or like to drop in uninvited. If you’ve ...