Not only do they keep mosquitoes away, citronella as a houseplant also discourages spiders. Jo advises keeping it in a bright ...

Q: I noticed, when watering my fledgling tomato plant the other day, that its leaves are covered in yellow squiggles. I’m thinking some little buggy thing has attacked it. Is there something to be ...

Forget traditional conkers: plants like lavender, peppermint, citronella, and eucalyptus release scents spiders hate, keeping your home far less inviting to them.” Owning and caring for a lavender ...

You may not have considered using houseplants to rid your home of bugs, but some common herbs and other plants can act as natural repellents. As a bonus, these plants add visual charm to your home and ...

Ticks don't breed in homes like fleas do, but if you're seeing them around your space, take action with these preventative, ...

A: Leaf miners are fly larvae that feed on the interior of leaves. The fly deposits her eggs on a tomato leaf. When the larvae emerge, they burrow into the leaves and nibble their way through the ...

In Florida, iguanas are no longer just the occasional surprise sunning themselves on a patio. They’ve become an everyday ...

If you want to continue caring for birds but wish to prevent rodents from gathering for the leftovers, there are a few things ...

Not only are natural alternatives to repelling rats healthier, they’re also more humane. According to Kari Warberg Block, ...

This growth is driven by the rising use of essential oils in industries like food and beverages, cosmetics, personal care, ...

Dussehra celebrations often attract unwanted insects to homes. By switching to warm LED lights, using natural essential oils, ...