Mosquitoes thrive in summer, but expert tips and treatments can help you keep them out of your backyard and protect your family.

Watering your lawn is key to helping it grow green and lush, but overwatering it will not only cause it to get soggy, but can ...

One method people swear by is using dryer sheets to deter these buzzing pests. But does this actually work, or is it just ...

Mosquitoes aren’t just a summertime annoyance. They’re also the bearers of diseases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that over 3,700 species of mosquitoes are known ...

Ever notice how a quiet yard suddenly comes alive when birds drop by? Their visits bring color, music, and a surprising bonus: natural pest control. Birds are more than just pretty visitors. They help ...

Do you know what you get when two peas fight? Black-eyed peas. Even if vegetables can’t fight, there’s plenty of tension around the yard and garden from insects and diseases. Insects have been out in ...

Many of the questions coming into the Extension Office this summer are about insect pest identification and control. There are many beneficial and harmless insects out there to be mindful of and ...

Insects are definitely an inevitable part of outdoor living, but if ants have taken over your lawn, you’ll need help eradicating them. The best ant killers for lawns can help you control ant ...

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