Q: I have a pine tree that is oozing a waxy substance. There is so much of it that the rocks beneath the tree are shiny. I also noticed that the branches are covered with little black bugs. They look ...

Be proactive this spring and do something to control insects or diseases on your fruit trees before problems arise during the growing season.

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. Can you tell me what is wrong with my hibiscus and what I should do? I noticed ...

The need for expert tree and shrub care often goes overlooked. But a flourishing landscape will greatly enhance the overall health and appearance of your property while increasing its value. That’s ...

Most O'Fallon homeowners start with good intentions. A bag of fertilizer here, a bottle of weed killer there, maybe some pest spray from the hardware store. But after a season ...

I received the following email from Doug Brooks, who gardens in Claremont. “For years, I have used some type of yearly insect control product to help protect my fruit trees. The last few years I have ...