Not all ants are bad for the garden—some help with soil health and pest control—but fire ants and carpenter ants can be serious nuisances or hazards. Natural methods like vinegar, citrus, essential ...

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 ...

With a staggering population of at least 20 quadrillion, ants are by far the most common insects on the planet today. They can be found almost everywhere and come in different shapes and sizes. While ...

It’s no secret that ants live a complex life, working together to accomplish incredible feats. A new study just revealed another skill: longhorn crazy ants have the capacity to think ahead and ...

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 ...

Two of the best ways to eliminate ants are Borax and diatomaceous earth. Essential oils, including peppermint and clove, are a natural way to repel and kill ants. Food and moisture attract ants, so ...

Q: In a recent article about aphids you mentioned how important ant control is. My question is what’s the best way to keep ants away from my citrus (Meyer lemon and cara cara orange)? Some are in the ...

With the right pesticide and some intervention tricks, you can get ants out of your home — and make them stay out — this spring and summer. The News & Observer spoke with Sydney Crawley, a North ...

These ants have a stinger that can leave you in pain for up to two days. To avoid being stung, wear gloves in the garden. An invasive species of ant with a sting that could cause irritation for days — ...

Q: In a recent article about aphids you mentioned how important ant control is. My question is what’s the best way to keep ants away from my citrus (Meyer lemon and cara cara orange)? Some are in the ...