Squash bugs usually hide under rocks and plant debris at night—a fact you can use to your advantage by making a squash bug ...

Whiteflies are small, soft-bodied insects with wings, often causing yellowing leaves and the presence of sticky honeydew on plants. Aphids are tiny insects that can be identified by their long ...

A new study published in Nature Ecology & Evolution connects plant and insect physiology, chemical ecology, molecular ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Cyndi Monaghan/Getty Images When you're planting your garden, you're probably imagining a gorgeous array of blooms, a basket full ...

Even if you're a caring and attentive plant parent, sometimes, through no fault of your own, your indoor oasis will become infested with bugs and mites. The tiny insects can become mightily annoying, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Most plants rely on sunlight and soil nutrients to survive, but some have evolved a much more unusual strategy. Carnivorous plants ...

If you've noticed the presence of white, fluffy, cotton-like formations on your plants, chances are you've encountered one of the most common garden pests: mealybugs. These insects are often found on ...

In Florida’s wetlands, the carnivorous pitcher plant is blurring the lines between predator and ally. Home to entire unique ecosystems, there are more to these ancient organisms than many realize. So ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Pests like hornworms are common tomato garden pests that will make quick work of your tomato plants. Some of these pesky bugs may hide out in ...