Ladybugs are natural pest controllers that thrive on aphids and other soft-bodied insects without harming your plants, making them a gardener’s best friend. To attract them, grow a variety of native ...

A home garden can be an awarding experience, especially if you want to bring more pollinators into your yard and garden. There are many flowering plants that can attract these species, and it's always ...

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) grows well in dry climates, withstanding periods of drought and heat. Plus, it is a ladybug magnet. "Ladybugs generally prefer to feed on nectar and pollen from plants ...

Many pest control tools, like zappers, can harm helpful insects and upset your garden's ecosystem. Mosquito zappers often miss their mark, killing beneficial bugs instead of targeting pests like ...

Insects — they’re everywhere! With nearly 1 million named species, they make up about 90% of all species of animals on the planet and more than half of all living things on Earth. Yet it’s estimated ...

Wisconsin sees dozens of species of small beetles in the fall, but the most prevalent is the multicolored Asian lady beetle.

While it's true that some species of ladybug are considered pests, native species could be called the opposite of pests. Ladybugs (also called ladybeetles since they are actually beetles) are apex ...

Gardening is a rewarding activity that also has its challenges, including finding ways to keep pests at bay. From rabbits and squirrels who nibble at veggies, to deer who eat flowers, to mosquitoes ...