The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our ...

Aphids can be a real pain for gardeners, but there are ways to get rid of them without having to use pesticides - and one ...

There are over 500 species of aphid in Britain, and come in a variety of colors, though green and black are among the most ...

Aphids are small black flies that suck the sap from your plants, and if your garden is infested with them, here are five ...

A NEWBUILD homeowner has shared a shocking before and after look at her ‘garden ‘nightmare’. Charley Mary, a mother from the ...

KEEPING your garden free from pests can be tricky if you’re not sure what you’re looking for. That’s why Morris Hankinson, ...

Like dill, annual marigolds, especially French marigolds, are often grown as companion plants in food gardens to attract beneficial insects and keep pests at bay. Not only do these plants appeal to ...

Some of my perennials have aphids and I worry that they will take over everything. I have also noticed ladybug larvae on the plants and bees around the area.

Aphids may be seen clustered on stem tips, but they often mass on leaf undersides and are well-hidden. Leaves also may appear shiny from the residue. Thank you for reading!

Aphids in vegetable gardens can reduce yields or quality. Peppers, cabbage and cucumbers are commonly infested, but many types of vegetables can be attacked by different aphids.