Snow and cold temperatures rarely kill plants native to Ohio. Most insects survive cold winters by producing an antifreeze-like chemical or entering diapause. Recently, we visited with thousands of ...

Ladybugs, lacewings, and other beneficial insects feed on plant pests and naturally make gardens more pest-resistant. But like pollinators, these “good bugs" also feed on nectar and pollen, and ...

Kim Frisbie writes that the island's gardens need native plants because native insects depend on them. Adding them can ...

The dark green fritillary is struggling to keep up with the advancing phenology of plants that the caterpillar stage relies on, such as dog-violet and marsh violet. Credit: Charles J. Sharp, Wikimedia ...

Here’s how to identify these invasive species—and what to do about them.

Plants are already beginning to emerge in Colorado, and it could result in problems for the insects that rely on them.

Pests are an unavoidable part of life, and your kitchen is their favorite destination. With its constant supply of food and warmth, it's a beacon for everything from ants to flies ...