Summer is here, and you want to make the most of your backyard. There’s nothing worse than planning a cookout or relaxing outside, only to be chased indoors by swarms of bugs. A few smart tweaks can ...

Boxelder trees—in addition to being a weedy, undesirable species that you should remove from your yard—attract boxelder bugs. Especially in the fall, large numbers of bugs gather in sunny spots on the ...

There are bugs aplenty in our yards and gardens, but some of them do far more harm than good. If you've never heard of chinch bugs, that doesn't mean you haven't had them in your yard before. If ...

Summer is a time to get outside and socialize while the weather is pleasant. If you’re fortunate enough to have a patio, you may enjoy having dinner outside, spending evenings enjoying a cocktail or ...

You’re out mowing the lawn, planting perennials, or relaxing in your backyard when you suddenly come across a buzzing nest of stinging insects. Of course, no one wants to get stung. But before ...