Ants are often an early sign of the presence of aphids on a plant because they protect aphids from their natural enemies.

Basil isn't just a useful herb in the kitchen. There are plenty of vegetables that get a boost from basil, but this classic ...

Nasturtium can help to deter whiteflies as well as aphids, common tomato pests in the summer months. Peppers also make great ...

Not all companion plants are beneficial –some can sabotage your tomatoes. Find out which ones to keep at a safe distance in ...

Growing tomatoes next to one common plant will help them grow bigger and stronger while staying free of pests.

A few springs ago, I was engaged in my daily ritual of observing the garden, walking around to see what was coming up, ready ...

Regular inspection is essential, preferably once a week, with a magnifying lens for little pests. It helps to foresee ...

Basil can help peppers thrive. The two plants have similar heat, sun, and water needs, so they're easy to grow next to each other—plus, basil can help repel unwanted pests like aphids, flies, and ...

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The Tulasi plant, also known as the Holy Basil, needs a sunny site to grow well. It is also sensitive to wet feet. It looks as though your plant is being grown in the shade. If the roots are in a ...

Michael Bleby from Millicent worked in the forestry industry in the South East for 40 years and said the ladybirds fed on Monterey pine aphids — a pest of the radiata pines that predominate in ...