Lavender contains essential oils such as linalool and camphor, which give it its distinctive floral scent. While it’s ...

July is historically our hottest and driest month. Keep things easy, on you and the garden. Work in the mornings, stay ...

Wasps are a common sight in the UK during the summer months, but there's a way to keep them at bay without the need for harsh ...

What kind of wasps are in the Lowcountry and how can you avoid stings? Here’s what to know about these pesky summer insects.

Firefighters have put out a wildfire at a nature reserve which is believed to have been started deliberately. The fire near ...

Every year gardeners are warned about the perils of cutting the lawn too early, with experts saying people should hold off ...

Are your trees dripping a sticky goo? The reason is that trees are often infested with aphids, scale or other insects that ...

With temperatures soaring over the past few weeks, many of us have been spending more time outdoors, making the most of the ...

Villages, often separated from larger towns and cities, consist of clusters of households and a few public buildings. Despite ...

If you are enjoying the bounty of a garden this summer with tomatoes, watermelon and corn, thank a pollinator, said Susan ...

DESPITE the oppressive heat, I reluctantly agreed to an afternoon round of golf as a group of golfers needed a player to ...

A 2-year-old boy in Georgia was rushed to the hospital after suffering from more than 150 yellowjacket stings in his yard.