Those familiar-looking webs that pop up in your garden (sometimes overnight) are created by great garden pest controllers. Learn how orb-weavers spin their webs and catch their prey!

Storing your root vegetables using the sand method allows you to put delicious, quality produce on the table until spring—no root cellar needed!

This herbal concoction supposedly protected people from the plague. The recipe has many variations —is it magic elixir or the stuff of legends?

Check out these 10 clever uses for fresh garden mint so it doesn't go to waste!

Not only are they beautiful, but dragonflies consume an abundance of pesky, annoying mosquitoes. See how to attract dragonflies to your yard for the ultimate pest control.

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.