Spider mites, meet your match. Spider mites are commonly found on any number of plants, whether it be fruit trees, vegetables, ornamental shrubs, and, yes, even houseplants. While most outdoor ...

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 ...

Raising plants can be a both rewarding and frustrating experience. One discouraging drawback is when your greenery starts to look a little worse for wear and you can't figure out the cause. If the ...

Diatomaceous earth can kill spider mites by drying them out, but it only works on areas they touch, like soil—not the leaf undersides where they usually hide. To improve effectiveness, mix ...

Purdue Landscape Report: Mites are eight-legged arthropods who pierce plant cells to feed on them. Plants that are attacked by mites lose their green color and appear somewhat bronzed. Spider mites ...

Q: For the last few years, I have been having problems with spider mites on my tomato plants. I’ve tried hosing off the plants in the morning, but I think this has been causing blossom end rot on the ...

Monday evening, we returned to Southeast Texas from our family visit in north Alabama, and as is typical for us, it created a hectic week. How is it that in four days, things go sideways in the garden ...

While you may be more concerned about giving your houseplant the optimal light, water, and fertilizer they need to thrive, you also have to keep your eye out for a number of different plant ...

Spider mites are tiny pests commonly found under plant leaves. These little spiders can damage fruit trees, houseplants, ornamental plants, and vegetables. The mites reproduce quickly, especially in ...

Here’s how to manage these tiny but destructive pests. If your once-vigorous plant is starting to look sickly, spider mites may be the culprits. These tiny, plant-feeding arachnids hide in plain sight ...

If your once-vigorous plant is starting to look sickly, spider mites may be the culprits. These tiny, plant-feeding arachnids hide in plain sight. At first, your plant may look a little “off,” but you ...