Growing vegetables, herbs and other plants in raised beds holds a lot of appeal. Raised beds give gardeners more control over soil quality and drainage. They tend to have fewer weed problems, and they ...

I don't normally write about things you need to do to take care of your house. However, there definitely are gardening activities that can affect your house and its well-being -- in particular when it ...

If you've spotted chewed mulch, weakened wooden borders, or mysterious mounds of soil in your garden, you may be dealing with a termite infestation. The noticeable signs of termites are hard to ignore ...

Q. I recently discovered termites in the mulch in the flowerbeds. Fortunately, the beds are not adjacent to the house, but I'd sure like to get rid of them. Any suggestions? A. I have found termites ...

Q. In the process of emptying a large pot that had a pepper plant growing in it, I found a nest of termites in the soil. Earlier in the summer, there were termites in a pot with a sago pup. Will ...

When spring arrives, our thoughts turn to wildflowers, gardening and outdoor activities. Pest control experts, though, mostly think about swarms of termites. Mother's Day and its surrounding weeks are ...