Feet running through soil and bright hands pulling weeds like treasures is what every childhood should be. Every backyard ...

The way gardeners view insects has come a long way in the past few decades. The importance of pollinators and the natural pest control provided by beneficial insects is increasingly recognized as many ...

Hello Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners! A delayed happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there in the Valley. Although the most popular gift is clothing, a power tool is always a great choice for ...

A hummingbird gets ready to drink out of the petals of a red flower. - Webguzs/Getty Images There are dozens of striking flowers you can plant to bring hummingbirds to your yard, and it's well worth ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

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Most people have done it. You see something small and wiggly on a plant, your brain says “bug = bad,” and your hand is already moving to squash it. But a lot of the insects in a normal backyard are ...

Most O'Fallon homeowners manage their properties the same way: call someone when weeds take over the lawn, contact a different company when pests appear, then find yet another service for ...

There are dozens of striking flowers you can plant to bring hummingbirds to your yard, and it's well worth the investment of turning your garden into a hummingbird paradise. Hummingbirds are one of ...