Neem oil naturally controls pests like aphids and thrips but should be used carefully to protect bees and tender plants. Apply in the morning or evening, avoid extreme temps, and test on a small leaf ...

A strong spray of water from your hose can safely knock aphids off pepper plants, but it may take a few rounds to fully clear them. Helpful insects like ladybugs and lacewings naturally control aphids ...

When you think of essential oils, self-care probably comes to mind first — use a few drops in a relaxing bath or as part of a soothing massage. Or you may be a skeptic who doubts any powers essential ...

The RHS was right about an invasion of sap-sucking aphids thanks to a warm spring, if my garden is anything to go by, writes Hannah Stephenson from the Press Association. In the past three weeks, I’ve ...