Some oils from natural ingredients like peppermint, garlic, lemon, and thyme may help ward off insects. However, more research is needed to fully support the benefits of homemade bug sprays. Not ...

Making your own insect repellent sounds so simple: Just whip up a mixture of apple cider vinegar or witch hazel plus a few drops of some herby essential oils—no deet required. But there aren’t a lot ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Although we love the natural world, we don't really love it when it starts attacking our veggies just as they begin to thrive.

Insect pests in your garden can be a challenge, especially if you're trying not to use pesticides. Installing insect netting at the right time can help.