Catnip (Nepeta cataria) is a perennial herb that's part of the mint family; while it can be ornamental, it's primarily grown ...

Peppermint has a minty aroma that helps in keeping the mosquitos away. You can also keep its leaves crushed in a pot for a ...

With the arrival of spring often comes plant-eating insects, such as slugs. Luckily, a gardening expert shared which plants ...

A study found that heat reduces the effectiveness of natural mosquito repellents like citronella and catnip oil by desensitizing TRPA1, a receptor mosquitoes use to detect irritants. At temperatures ...

He said: "Pests are an unavoidable part of gardening, but there are plenty of ways to protect your plants, and your hard work ...

The Shrek franchise has become a global phenomenon, with four feature-length movies, a fifth on the way, two spinoffs, plus multiple shorts and interactive specials; so it’s easy to forget the series’ ...

Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Health Ministry officials have advised residents of Arua City to invest in ...

Paleontologist Riley Black traces the cooperation among plants, animals, and ecosystems in “When the Earth Was Green.” ...

Take growing vegetables. Now I’m all for starting your own seedlings indoors. I’ve done the basement light rack thing many, many times. I’ve sat there on whatever chair happened to be stored ...

The order deadline for the annual Schuylkill County seedling sale is March 22 for pickup May 3 at Sweet Arrow Lake County Park near Pine Grove. The Sweet Arrow Lake Conservation Association and ...