This Benary Giant Coral zinnia passed the “wiggle test.” Gently shake the stem at its base. If it remains firm, go ahead and harvest. Praying mantis hatchlings disperse and begin hunting for insect ...

A few people have recently reported what appears to be grasshopper damage on a variety of landscape and garden plants. The telltale signs are: ragged, chewed holes in leaves, stems, and fruit, and ...

The pesky prevalence of gluttonous grasshoppers is perturbing Pueblo gardeners, farmers, and just about anyone with vegetation or trees they would like to keep healthy this summer. There are two ...

Grasshoppers eat twice their body weight daily, often damaging lawns and gardens. Spray a mix of one part vinegar to three parts water to deter them. Try herbs, row covers, or bird-friendly yards for ...

Last year we saw large populations of grasshoppers in El Paso County and across Colorado. While we might hope this year will be different, the grasshoppers will be back in some way. Why is this? The ...

If gardeners get this eerie feeling that they’re feeding grasshoppers right now, they’re likely not alone. Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini said many grasshopper ...

Grasshoppers have invaded the Sacramento area, with reports of “unusual” insect activity on the rise. “In the past week, West Placer, Roseville and Lincoln have received an increase in reports of ...

Q: Many insects are visiting my pollinator garden that look like yellow-orange versions of a firefly. Some of the petals are missing on those flowers. How do I keep them from chewing my plants? A: ...

Grasshoppers are comical-looking bugs with massive jumping legs and wings that help them sail away from you or another danger. How great would it be to simply glide away from people you didn’t want to ...