While everyone knows that slathering yourself with a spray that contains DEET can effectively keep mosquitoes at bay, plenty ...

Keep in mind that you don't necessarily need chemical pesticides to keep wasps away. Try planting these wasp-repellent plants ...

Eggplant stars in a wide range of international dishes, from eggplant parmesan to moussaka, and it can even be grilled for a fun addition to a summer cookout. Its meaty texture is delicious, no matter ...

Although there is no scientific study linking marigolds to repelling wasps, it has been reported for years that their scent ...

You don't have to resort to extreme measures to keep squirrels away. Simply fill your garden with plants that these pesky ...

Flies are aggravating pests in the garden that slip into your home. There are plants with odors that flies avoid. Learn more ...

Since globe thistle is a fast growing plant, reaching maturity in 6-8 weeks, you can plant it from seed in early June and ...

Three key factors (including a diversity of particular plants) are the recipe for drawing hummingbirds into your summer yard.

Hoevel recommends structuring your garden with precise layering for maximum effect. Try bordering your geraniums or petunias with enough variety from front to back in order to attract the pollinators.

The pretty flowers are fairly easy to look after, and they can produce even bigger blooms if placed alongside certain plants.

Master gardener Martha Wheeler — shown here with a young Wild Geranium — is turning her yard into a pollinator-friendly ...

With these perennial plants in your garden, your fun in the summer sun never has to end. Perennials are perfect for people ...