Q: In a recent article about aphids you mentioned how important ant control is. My question is what’s the best way to keep ants away from my citrus (Meyer lemon and cara cara orange)? Some are in the ...

Ants may seem harmless, but when they invade a garden, they disrupt plant health, encourage pest infestations, and even damage soil structure. While some ants play a role in the ecosystem, certain ...

To use diatomaceous earth outdoors, apply a fine layer to the perimeter of the patio or garden, paying special attention to any cracks and crevices in your walkways or patio. You can also apply it ...

Q: I have noticed black ants in my flower and vegetable garden beds already this year. How can I get rid of them safely? A: Ants are beginning to be a hot topic this year, so you are not alone. Since ...

Carpenter ants are twice as big as other types of black ants, which makes identification easy. If you have a carpenter ant ...

In a recent column on child safety in the garden, I mentioned getting rid of fire ant mounds in play areas. As a result, I’ve gotten a few questions on controlling fire ants, which can inflict painful ...

Despite being outside, many of us see almost any bug in our yards and gardens as a pest and immediately try to get them away from our precious plants. The most common of these insects to spot is the ...

(Beyond Pesticides, July 16, 2020) Long-term exposure to sublethal (low-level) concentrations of the neonicotinoid in soil negatively affects the health and behavioral development of black garden ants ...

Spring is near in Louisiana. The birds are singing and flowers are beginning to blossom in our landscapes. It’s a great time to be outdoors. Watch your step, though, or you might become a victim of ...

Fire ants can be a formidable foe. They come with a one-two punch of both biting and stinging. But the pain comes primarily from their venomous sting. When a mound is disturbed, sterile female worker ...

Gardeners preparing summer vegetable gardens may find their plots already teeming with life, but not the kind they would like to see. Fire ants are common in yards, flowerbeds, playgrounds and gardens ...

Q: In a recent article about aphids you mentioned how important ant control is. My question is what’s the best way to keep ants away from my citrus (Meyer lemon and cara cara orange)? Some are in the ...