Scale insects are one of the most common and tenacious pest of ornamental plants. “Scales are tiny insects that appear ...

I have been walking around my garden to look things over and have not found any problems yet. March is generally a good month ...

DEAR JESSICA: I have a gardenia plant that I am attempting to overwinter indoors, but it has developed a white substance on the leaves. I also noticed quite a few ants nearby. I’m not sure what this ...

Dormant oil sprays are applied to plants during mid to late winter to control overwintering insects, often scales. Some plants infested by scale insects include lilac, dogwood, Euonymus, apple, pear, ...

From fungus gnats to mealybugs, here’s what’s bugging your plants—and how to treat minor issues and major infestations. Reviewed by Joseph Tychonievich Whether you grow a couple of African violets, ...