As for diseases, the best strategy is to start with disease-resistant cultivars. “Buy ‘fisherman roses,’” Pscheidt said. “The ...

The abdomen of the striped cucumber beetle is—you guessed it—striped yellow and black. Its spotted cousin has a yellow ...

The best companion plants for roses not only complement their beauty but also help deter pests, boost soil health and ...

Medium-size butterfly with orange-brown wings and black/white spots. Found in gardens and meadows ... Caterpillars with black bodies and white/yellow/blue markings. They are not harmful to ...

Now is the time to redirect your child's attention from a glowing screen to the endlessly fascinating outdoors.

Springtime in Pennsylvania is in the air. As the days grow longer and the weather warms, nature is starting to wake up all ...

Homeowners can support insect populations by creating pollinator habitats in their yards, even small changes like planting a tree can help.

Fast-growing shrubs will make a difference to your outdoor space in record time and provide colour, foliage, privacy or shade ...

It also has a black spot on its head ... the phrase “cute as a bug” must have been thinking of this tiny beetle. Found in Europe, this 0.12- to 0.20-inch-long insect is bright yellow, and its elytra, ...

Bloom period is another factor. Spring blooming plants like forsythia or lilac should only be pruned once they have finished blooming. Summer blooming shrubs should be pruned in spring before they ...

Burnside Farms in Nokesville isn’t just worth the drive – it’s worth rearranging your entire spring calendar for, even if ...