Question: I brought in my houseplants and now the house is filled with fruit flies. They buzz around the kitchen and around the dinner table. When we brush by a plant, dozens of little flies swarm ...

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 ...

DENVER — The five main insects that may be bothering your plants are whiteflies, aphids, mealybugs, spider mites and scale. All of these are sucking insects, rather than chewing ones. They're the ...

However, with the threat of freezing temperatures on the horizon, it is time to take them inside for the winter. Bringing ...

Its leaves act as snap traps, closing when insects touch sensitive hairs, digesting them, and absorbing nutrients. With modified pitcher leaves filled with liquid, this carnivorous plant lures insects ...

The low light, shorter days and dry air of winter stress our houseplants while helping insects thrive. But don't despair if insects have moved in; instead, invest a bit of time and effort managing ...

Q: About a year ago, I received a peace lily. It has done surprisingly well, considering the various opinions I have received on how to keep it healthy. About a week ago, a caterpillar appeared on the ...

A wave of green is sweeping across Pakistan’s capital as indoor plants become the latest lifestyle and wellness trend ...

Indoor plants not only beautify living spaces but also naturally purify air, release refreshing scents, and boost overall ...

Singapore’s reputation as one of the world’s cleanest cities is being put to the test by a surge in rodent and insect ...