Insects are an inevitable aspect of owning houseplants, but major infestations can threaten the health of your plants. One way to remove these pests is with insecticidal soap. The product contains ...

Now that the frozen ground and a light dusting of snow has shut down the outdoor gardening season, it’s time for the reading and study season we all wait for. Preferably in a comfy chair with your lap ...

Tending to a houseplant is therapeutic and has benefits for our physical and mental health. But it can be more than a little frustrating when you realise that your plant is attracting bugs, insects ...

Taking care of pests in the garden has always been a challenge to many gardeners. Many people who love gardening are looking for safe, effective, and low toxic product alternatives to the more toxic ...

Q: You recently wrote a column recommending insecticidal soap for use against aphids. What is insecticidal soap? Is it different from dish soap? Can I make my own at home? A: Insecticidal soaps are ...

I had quite a few insect problems in my garden last year and would like to use a safe chemical to control them. How effective is insecticidal soap? Insecticidal soap is not very effective against ...

If the leaves on your houseplants are suddenly yellowing and dropping, or if you've noticed greenish-white or black insects crawling on your houseplants, then there's a good chance you're dealing with ...

Question: Hi Carol. I have Brussels sprouts growing in my garden, planted in June or so for harvest late this fall. Since mid September, I’ve been plagued with grayish-looking aphids, and they just ...

Q: Please recommend a ready to use houseplant spray containing insecticidal soap or pyrethrin that you suggested using to get patio plants ready to move indoors. I have several large geraniums, doing ...

Question: My mother is convinced dishwashing soap is the best thing to use to kill insects on plants. She has been doing it for years. Is this a safe and effective practice? Answer: Various types of ...

These pests can quickly destroy your plants—here's how to remove them without using pesticides. If the leaves on your houseplants are suddenly yellowing and dropping, or if you've noticed ...