Ever feel like something is biting you, but you can’t see anything there? Chances are you’ve been attacked by no-see-ums. These tiny, biting midges are nearly invisible to the naked eye but deliver an...
If you live in Colorado or adjacent states, you may have spotted a pesky little pest this time of year: the Miller moth. While this moth is not really a problem, its larva (the army cutworm) feeds on crops and garden...
Have you ever been enjoying a nice hike or camping trip only to have it ruined by deer flies buzzing around and biting you? Those little bloodsuckers seem to come out of nowhere. Deer flies can swarm around your head...
Have you noticed yellow, V-shaped lesions on the leaves of your cruciferous crops recently? Chances are you’ve got black rot, a bacterial disease that affects cruciferous vegetables and other plants. The good news...
As the name suggests, budworms especially enjoy munching on — you guessed it — buds. They may also snack on maturing ovaries, new leaves, stems, and blossoms. Basically, if it’s fresh, green, and sprouting, bud...
If you’ve been driven mad by the sight of four lined plant bugs in your garden, read on to learn how to tackle this issue naturally. Both adult bugs and nymphs can cause damage to your plants [1]. Fortunately...
Have you found June bugs swarming and crawling around your outdoor lights? If so, you know that these bugs can be quite annoying. Unfortunately, these critters don’t just buzz and swarm—they can also damage garden...
Knowing which companion plants to plant next to radishes is key to growing a healthy and successful crop. The key is to pick plants that won’t harbor pests and compete for nutrients, water, and light, among other...
If you think you may have a lily leaf beetle infestation, there are some clear signs that could indicate that they’re around. Those pesky bugs love devouring lilies and fritillaries. So, if you’re wondering...
Have you noticed small, knotted bumps on the roots of your plants? If so, then you are likely dealing with root knot nematodes. So what are they? These pests are worm-like organisms that live in the soil. They feed on a...