The scent of blooming flowers and fresh plant life is not just a perk of springtime; it is a key driver in the survival and ...

On some insect farms, a potential concern is injuries from cannibalism and aggression, which occur at greater rates when animals such as crickets are crowded together. The issue crops up in other ...

Gardening – the art of killing weeds and bugs to grow flowers and crops for animals and birds to eat.” - Henry Beard and Roy ...

Columnist Chuck Martin says that his job as a horticulturist is understanding nature and fighting its tendencies.

"We have entered California Native Plant Month! California’s Legislature has made this month to recognize California as one of the world’s biodiversity hotspots, with 6,500 different native plants and ...

While the profuse show of brilliant white flowers of Callery pear ( Pyrus calleryana) might seem a welcome sight in the still brown and gray landscape of central Ohio in early April, this non-native ...

Did you know that butterflies play a crucial role in our ecosystems These delicate creatures are not only a stunning sight ...

Discover five simple ways to support bees in your garden this spring, from planting bee-friendly flowers to creating a safe ...

Ahead, find easy landscaping ideas to make your outdoor space the envy of the neighborhood. Less lawn equals less work.

This method for prepping soil for the season and preventing weeds and pests is all natural, effective, and inexpensive ...

As the days get longer and the temperatures get warmer, it’s the perfect time to add to your spring garden. Read on for a ...

In this particular exhibition at the Staten Island Museum, even the pink of the walls comes from bugs — in the form of lac, a ...