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 ...

While some insects, like aphids and grasshoppers, can wreak havoc on your yard, others can be a big help in the garden. Many insects help eliminate harmful garden bugs by eating them in droves. For ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

Above: lady beetles are being released into Purdue greenhouses as a biological control agent. Photo by Purdue University. Some insects are pests, but not all insects are bad. Overwhelmingly, the ...

Question: What are beneficial insects, and how can my family help them stay safe in the winter? Answer: Beneficial insects garden along with you to help your plants thrive. The larva stage (the young) ...

Most insects in the garden are actually good and help get rid of other pests. Cornell University offers some good tips about how to attract them. Beneficial insects require enormous amounts of energy ...