As a long-term advocate for organic growing, time and time again I come up across the same misconceptions about organic pest control and what it really involves. These myths can easily get in the way ...

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Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at gnogardening@agcenter.lsu.edu. My lawn is infested with dollarweed and clovers, but is it really worth ...

Gardening is a spiritual experience where many people find peace and comfort in the turning of the soil and growing of plants. Or, it is until you find something truly horrid hiding under the dirt, ...

Cucumber beetle is a damaging pest that can transmit bacterial wilt while feeding. While many gardeners use pesticides for control, there are several non-chemical options available. Cucumber beetle is ...

Weeds are a common problem for gardens and lawns, and can be difficult to control. Gardeners should determine their weed tolerance and workload tolerance before implementing a weed control plan.

Winter (the dormant season) is a great time to identify and control invasive plants – it is not hot and humid and there are no wasps, no snakes and fewer ticks. In winter, visibility is much easier as ...

There are nearly 1 million known insect species on Earth, and just 2% of these insects are harmful to plants, animals or humans. Managing insects in the vegetable garden and home landscape requires an ...

Master Gardeners answer your questions about weeds and invasive plants. Pat D. writes: Help! Weeds are overtaking my garden. How do I control them without chemicals? Answer: Weeds become aggressive ...

We went through a long, cold winter. The warm, sunny days of spring are starting to roll in. When we get outside to work in the yard, we are going to want to focus our time on the yard and garden ...