A few simple measures can keep ants from crawling all over your plants (and you). Ants are generally considered harmless—but that doesn't mean they're appreciated. Most people don't like the creepy ...

Microorganisms are usually a welcome guest in compost, but larger pests like ants may be problematic. Ants are attracted to compost for warmth, shelter, moisture, and food. Before you look for ways to ...

Ants may seem harmless, but when they invade a garden, they disrupt plant health, encourage pest infestations, and even damage soil structure. While some ants play a role in the ecosystem, certain ...

During late spring and summer, ants start finding their ways into our homes in the search for food, and before we know it, we're dealing with a full-blown infestation. Deterring the little insects ...

Ants in your garden are mostly harmless and maybe even beneficial, but when ants take up residence in your home, that could be problematic. Iowa State University insect diagnostician Zach Schumm ...

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