If you want to protect your plants from pests this spring then experts recommend planting a particular type of flower in order to confuse insects and lure away flies ...

There are a few common plants that are likely to attract pests into your garden - but an expert says there's no need to get ...

Gardens are diverse environments that depend on insects and other pests for healthy plant growth. But unwanted pests can ...

With such a possibility in mind, it may be time to consider turning part of the backyard garden into a chicken coop. This is ...

In early spring, a reddish haze appears in the woodlands. With most deciduous trees still dormant, the red maples are living ...

Goetze: Two widespread plants in our area are sometimes considered weeds, but regardless, they are attractive additions to the flora.

Birds are beneficial to the environment and even human health but they need the right accommodations from food and water to ...

The Tampa Bay Times e-Newspaper is a digital replica of the printed paper seven days a week that is available to read on ...

A healthy, green lawn is more than just a pretty sight—it’s a sign of a thriving ecosystem right in your backyard. But when ...

Jerry Hollis took this photo in the mountains above the Valley of what appears to be a common crab spider (Xysticus cristatus ...

Ground cover plants and fruit trees can make a wonderful pairing in your garden. However, planting this flower under fruit ...