Targeted insecticides can be applied to individual mounds to eliminate the queen ant. For widespread infestations, broadcast pesticides offer a broader solution but come with safety precautions.

Fire ants’ fondness of fall arouses a flurry of activity. And that renewed activity provides an opportunity to control this pesky insect. The thing that triggers the increase in fall fire ant activity ...

Insects are definitely an inevitable part of outdoor living, but if ants have taken over your lawn, you’ll need help eradicating them. The best ant killers for lawns can help you control ant ...

Ants are one of the most common household pests in North Carolina. The insects can be a year-round issue, but you’re more likely to see them inside beginning in the spring, Chris Hayes, a postdoctoral ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

Close up of a yellow crazy ant standing on surface - Victor Suarez Naranjo/Shutterstock An ant infestation in your yard could quickly lead to an ant problem inside your house or car, depending on ...

Some think cornmeal kills ants, but pros say that's a myth. Cornmeal, sugar, and borax can bait ants, but cornmeal alone doesn't work. To prevent ants, keep things clean, take out trash, and seal up ...

Q: In a recent article about aphids you mentioned how important ant control is. My question is what’s the best way to keep ants away from my citrus (Meyer lemon and cara cara orange)? Some are in the ...

Ants farm aphids. It's weird yet fascinating. And a bit like a miniature horror movie. But it's a nightmare for gardeners.

The population of tiny stinging ants has surged despite efforts to control the invasive species. Experts fear devastating consequences if the infestation spirals out of control.