This time of year, we love to see everything green and growing in the garden. So do the insects. We've got aphids on the hydrangeas, thrips on the tomatoes, flea beetles on the eggplants, Japanese ...

Find out how long it takes for neem oil to expire after you buy it. How you store your neem oil impacts how long it remains ...

Q: I have a question/suggestion about your advice about aphids published March 29. I have dealt with aphids on trees, especially over the last two years on box elders and on heuchera and roses.

Neem oil naturally controls pests like aphids and thrips but should be used carefully to protect bees and tender plants. Apply in the morning or evening, avoid extreme temps, and test on a small leaf ...