Pexels Most gardeners and growers have heard the word “nematode” and assumed the worst. That reaction is understandable but ...

If you're questioning whether nematodes in your soil will damage or benefit your plants and lawn, the answer is a resounding: "It depends." Both things can be true. Most nematodes are actually ...

If you garden in sandy soil, there is a good chance nematodes are plaguing your plants, draining them of the energy they need to grow and thrive. Nematodes are tiny, microscopic worms that feed within ...

Jerry asks: I have had problems with root knot nematodes in the past. Currently, one of my tomato plants looks like it is dying. Could that be the cause? Is there anything I can do to save the plant?

Creating a beautiful lawn or a garden filled with food and flowers can be significantly hindered by harmful pests, such as grubs. These tiny larvae feed on the roots of plants, causing significant ...

Do plants wilt during the heat of the day, not respond to fertilizer applications and appear to be stunted? Nematodes may be lurking beneath the soil affecting the root system. Nematodes thrive in ...

June is the time of the gardening year when a nasty pest awakes from its winter sleep (called dormancy) and makes its presence known. The hidden enemy of many garden plants is the root-knot nematode, ...

There's an invisible pest living in the soil of our vegetable gardens. For many local gardeners, high populations of nematodes can reduce the vigor and productivity of their crops. These microscopic ...

Nematodes and spider mites are among the most difficult pests to control in the garden. Nematodes are small animals that feed on plants by imbedding themselves in the roots. The damage is seen as a ...

Plant marigolds around the perimeter of your tomato patch and interspersed among other vegetables like squash, peppers, and ...

There's one natural item that gardening experts love to help get rid of unwanted and damaging pests from gardens ...

Beneficial nematodes are tiny worms that naturally kill grubs without harming people, pets, or pollinators. Apply nematodes in spring or fall when the soil is moist and shaded for best results. Using ...