Whiteflies are small, white-winged, low flying insects that flit erratically when disturbed. Ten species are common in California. Whiteflies feed on many crops, weeds, ornamentals, shrubs and trees, ...

Banker plants are valuable against common strawberry pests, such as aphids, thrips, and two-spotted spider mites. Cereal banker plants combat this scourge through an ongoing supply of non-pest aphids, ...

Whiteflies will suck the sap out of plant leaves, causing them to yellow and weaken. Removing or hosing down the infested leaves can help quell these pests. Companion planting with flowers that repel ...

I check most of my plants nearly every day to see how they are faring. I monitor soil moisture, growth progress and signs of disease or insect problems. A couple of days ago, I spotted a moving tiny ...