Q: My milkweed has orange bugs on its seed pods. Are they harmful? No, they’re not going to damage the plant enough to warrant intervention. These are native insects, and they are part of the ...

Take a closer look at the insects you’ll spot on milkweed during a Minnesota summer — including some that help, some that ...

Bugs are everywhere pollinating our favorite flowers, fruits and vegetables, and serving lunch for the birds. They provide an important service for the food supply for people, animals, insects and ...

I got an unusual question this week from a friend on Facebook. I belong to a number of groups for plant lovers. Seems that there are people who like to talk about plants all year long. Imagine that!

Many gardeners will tell you that aphids are the bane of their existence. According to a new study from the University of Florida, these tiny pests also pose problems for the iconic monarch butterfly.

Last week’s storms finally gave our plants some needed water, but we’re not home free yet. If August brings more bucket-carrying, hose-dragging, and sprinkler-moving, you have a few other options. One ...