Ladybugs dislike scents such as citronella, peppermint, menthol, citrus, and clove. Mixing any of these essential oils with ...

If you want to continue caring for birds but wish to prevent rodents from gathering for the leftovers, there are a few things ...

Not only do they keep mosquitoes away, citronella as a houseplant also discourages spiders. Jo advises keeping it in a bright ...

In Florida, iguanas are no longer just the occasional surprise sunning themselves on a patio. They’ve become an everyday ...

Q: I noticed, when watering my fledgling tomato plant the other day, that its leaves are covered in yellow squiggles. I’m thinking some little buggy thing has attacked it. Is there something to be ...

You may not have considered using houseplants to rid your home of bugs, but some common herbs and other plants can act as natural repellents. As a bonus, these plants add visual charm to your home and ...

A: Leaf miners are fly larvae that feed on the interior of leaves. The fly deposits her eggs on a tomato leaf. When the larvae emerge, they burrow into the leaves and nibble their way through the ...

You probably haven’t leaned down to get a good sniff of an ant — that’d be weird. But those who can smell ants don’t need to get so close. Discover why only some people can smell ants, learn what they ...

I don't know about you, but recently I have been walking around my home on eggshells, scared an unwelcome critter will run across the floor at any moment. Spider season is in full swing and these ...

With biting and stinging insects on the rise in Britain as the climate changes, experts reveal how to deal with pests in more ...

This growth is driven by the rising use of essential oils in industries like food and beverages, cosmetics, personal care, ...

Not only are natural alternatives to repelling rats healthier, they’re also more humane. According to Kari Warberg Block, founder and CEO at EarthKind, “Rodent baits are designed to be eaten and ...