Question: Hi Carol. I have Brussels sprouts growing in my garden, planted in June or so for harvest late this fall. Since mid September, I’ve been plagued with grayish-looking aphids, and they just ...

I'm always on the lookout for simple solutions to deter garden pests, and if they can be made at home, even better. So, when a DIY aphid-tackling spray fell onto my radar recently, I was intrigued – ...

Q: During the first year with my apricot tree, I sprayed it with soapy water to control aphids. Every day I check the leaves, but the apids never stop. Is this good a spray to use? A: Soap sprays are ...

Aphids are a common nuisance for gardeners during the summer, known for draining plants of their sap. Roses plagued by aphids can display curled leaves or be coated in a sticky residue, also known as ...

Fels-Naptha soap, available in grocery stores, is an effective nontoxic insecticide. This insect spray is economical and environmentally safe for indoors or in the garden. You can use it for soft ...

10:30, Fri, Jul 4, 2025 Updated: 10:32, Fri, Jul 4, 2025 Many of our gardens will be flourishing in the summer sun, but sometimes plants and flowers can harbour hidden insects that can ultimately wilt ...

Question: I planted roses and noticed the plants have aphids at the ends of the shoots. Are they doing much harm? If needed, what can I use to obtain control? Answer: Aphids are up to no good, even ...