Pests
Get pests advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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DIY cloche ideas – experts recommend 5 alternatives to protect plants from cold and pests
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7 things to clean before going on winter vacation for a fresh, sanitized and pest-free space when you return
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I've grown vegetables for 12 years, and these are the best herbs, flowers, and fruit to use as lettuce companion plants – plus the ones to avoid
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5 signs of silverfish infestation and how to stop them getting into your home
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How to get rid of vine weevil grubs – pest control experts share how to save your plant roots from detrimental damage
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We've just found the best natural pest control for your yard – meet the Coleus canina plant
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Pest control pros reveal how to use cinnamon to keep rodents out of your kitchen this winter
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Does hanging pennies in a bag of water keep flies and pests away? Our entomologists say no, and suggest 3 methods that really do work
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How to get rid of whiteflies on houseplants – 5 steps to eradicate these pests for good
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What kills maggots? 8 simple solutions to wipe out maggots, according to seasoned pest control pros
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7 surprising ways to use aluminum foil around the house beyond cooking, including tackling pests, polishing pots and sharpening scissors
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10 perennials to cut back in fall – to tidy flower beds and prevent pests and diseases
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What are woolly apple aphids? How to spot and control these troublesome pests
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7 common winter pest infestations – and how to keep them out of your home in the coming months
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How to clean up pumpkin stains – 4 tricks to keep your home clean this fall period
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I dealt with a whole house flea infestation using only one tool – and it worked perfectly the first time
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6 things roofing pros recommend checking as the rainy season gets underway to avoid leaks, mold and pests
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Pest control pros reveal how to get rid of drugstore beetles quickly and stop them coming back
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How to get rid of the smell of mothballs on clothes for pest-free, fresh laundry
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When to pick a pumpkin off the vine – for the ripest fruit this fall
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Why are my citrus leaves curling? 5 reasons for warped foliage
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How to get rid of carpenter bees – 9 expert solutions for deterring these destructive pests
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Herbs that grow well together – 16 planting combinations for a healthy, thriving garden
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The 3 pests that can come up through your drains in fall and the secrets to stopping them
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Exterminators reveal what to always do after you've vacuumed a pest problem
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Chrissy Teigen's unorthodox wall hanging is surprising in all the right ways – it has me rethinking my own kitchen decor
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The key to killing red ants is to get the queen, pest pros say – 12 methods for success inside and out, plus what won't work
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Can baking soda kill bed bugs? Pest control pros say absolutely not. Here's what to do instead
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How to stop pests eating your jack-o'-lanterns – follow our expert advice
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