Native plants are more than just part of the scenery. They’re the backbone of functioning ecosystems — especially for native birds and insects. When these plants disappear, so do the species that ...

A bill that would ban the sale of certain types of invasive plants in Missouri awaits the governor’s signature. And the ...

Every year, cottonwood trees disperse seeds after pollinators such as bees, birds, butterflies or other insects deposit pollen into the ovary of the seed.

Beneficial Insectary is the only large insectary that has production in the United States (There are a few smaller specialist ...

Cicada season may be over, but another pest emerges right after. Here's how to prevent possible bites and rashes from oak ...

Backyard Farmer looks at disease & insect problems on oak trees & tips to help keep weeds down.

A new pest may emerge in Ohio as Brood XIV cicadas conclude their 17-year life cycle. Oak leaf itch mites can bite people, ...

News 13 can confirm that it is the cicadas causing those brown leaves on some western North Carolina trees. Many residents ...