Squash bugs harm zucchini and pumpkins by feeding on leaves and fruit, leading to wilting and poor harvests. Control them early with handpicking, organic sprays, and by attracting beneficial insects.

Horticultural expert Melinda Myers shares her sure-fire tips on how to get rid of mealybugs and other scale insects on your ...

Provide good air circulation (“Low air flow can create a breeding ground for some pests,” says Hancock). One main way bugs ...

Squash bugs can overwinter in the soil, leaf litter, and dead plants, and then attack plants again in spring. Prevent a re-infestation by destroying infested plants and debris, tilling deeply, and ...

The sixth principle of the Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ program is important for attaining a healthy landscape while protecting the environment. When the need to control insect pests arises, spraying ...