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Discovering a swarm of small, yellow insects with black legs and antennae on your indoor or outdoor plants can be alarming. These tiny creatures are commonly known as yellow aphids and are a type of sap-sucking insect that feed on the sap of plants. They can cause significant damage to your houseplants and other decorative … Read more

More than just a bother, small black bugs on plants Plant leaves can be damaged, growth may be affected, and even your prized houseplants can be killed by tiny black bugs like black aphids, thrips, and spider mites. Little black insects sip on plant juices while biting into the plant’s flesh. Yet, getting rid of … Read more

There are many types of ficus trees that make great houseplants and can also add greenery to your garden. In general, most varieties of ficus plants are easy to care for. Types of ficus trees include shrub-like plants, creeping vines, and woody trees. Ficus plants may be large banyan trees, fig trees, or laurel trees … Read more

White mites, which can infest houseplants and outdoor plants, cause foliage to wilt and turn yellow. These white arachnids, also known as spider mites, are notoriously difficult to find. Strands of silky web dangling from leaves are the first sign of white mites on houseplants. Webbing between leaves and stems, as well as masses of … Read more

Narrow evergreen trees are a great addition to any garden or landscape, providing year-round color, privacy, shade, and aesthetic appeal. These trees are particularly suitable for small, compact gardens where there is limited space for trees to grow. They can also be used in planters to add greenery to patios, container gardens, or entryways. There … Read more