You may have noticed you haven't seen as many fireflies on these summer nights as you used to. Are they disappearing? Here's what's going on and what you can do to help them make a comeback.

Finding aphids on plants can be alarming, especially when an infestation seems to happen overnight. Don’t panic: Aphids generally won’t kill mature plants and often only affect a portion of growth. However they can transmit diseases that may in turn destroy plants, which is why we recommend immediate treatment and removal. Rest assured, our simple

Instead of spending money on birdseed, consider growing plants that feed the birds. We have the tips you need to keep your feathered friends happy!

Collecting and saving rainwater for use in the garden just makes sense, and was a common practice by our ancestors. See how it's done, and start saving money on your water bill.

The house sparrow is considered an invasive bird in many areas, causing damage and problems for native species. So what can you do to discourage them from invading your back yard and feeders? We have a few helpful strategies.

Mosquito plant? Lemongrass? Do these plants and others really repel mosquitoes? If you bought some for your backyard, there's good news and bad news...

Yech! Love bugs are in the air, in your home, and on your car. Try this "Love Bug Spray" and other natural solutions to get rid of these annoying (and gross) pests!

If it feels like hungry deer make a beeline to your garden every year, try planting these beautiful flowers and plants they tend to avoid.

Gardening is a great spring activity, but it's a tough job. Many people make these common gardening mistakes which can derail all that hard work. See the list and set yourself up for a successful healthy garden!

Send an avian invitation to these songbirds this year. They're musical and beautiful and they keep the backyard bug population in check!