Herbs and essential oils are often touted as spider deterrents, but science tells a more nuanced story about which methods ...

The way gardeners view insects has come a long way in the past few decades. The importance of pollinators and the natural pest control provided by beneficial insects is increasingly recognized as many ...

Mothballs only help prevent spiders by keeping one of their food sources (moths) away. Here's how experts actually recommend ...

One of the quintessential images of Halloween just might be spiders: huge black, crouching, fanged spiders, ready to jump out from a shadowy webbed corner and bite! But as gardeners, should we view ...

Insects are a vital part of the ecosystem, pollinating plants, decomposing waste, and serving as a food source for other animals. While some insect populations, like monarch butterflies, are ...

Huge, colorful Joro spiders are making their way up the East Coast and will likely reach the D.C. area, bug experts say. While Joro spiders are harmless to people and pets, their size and presence ...

Worried about spiders in your home? Natural, low-impact methods offer effective solutions. From peppermint oil sprays and vinegar solutions to citrus ...

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – As we transition from summer to autumn, you may be wondering why you are seeing more spiders around the house. MSPCA sets record for most dogs adopted during population crisis ...

Winter's warmth and shelter attract common pests like lizards, rats, cockroaches, ants, and spiders indoors. These unwelcome ...

It is, in fact, impossible to rid an area of spiders for any length of time because new spiders soon recolonise a house if ...