Dear Dr. Dirt: I have been growing various types of leaf lettuce indoors during the winter for two years. This year I have thrown in the towel due to aphids. I have tried Neem oil, pyrethrums, ...

Herbivorous insects, especially aphids, often form close ecological relationships with the plants upon which they feed. One consequence of this is that many species are structured into distinct ...

Here we are in the midst of growing season for our landscapes and vegetable gardens. Things are growing quite nicely, especially my veggies, but I have noticed some of those pesky aphids starting to ...

To get rid of aphids, wash plants thoroughly and repeatedly throughout the fall. Selectively prune heavily infested branches of trees or shrubs. Keep your yard and garden clean of debris to reduce ...