Learn how to identify scarab beetles and their grubs, confirm whether they’re damaging your lawn or garden, and choose the right control method. Key Takeaways What Are Scarab Beetles? Scarab beetles belong to the family Scarabaeidae, one of the largest…
Learn to identify Japanese beetles, understand the damage they cause, and choose the most effective control method for your garden. Key Takeaways What Are Japanese Beetles? Japanese beetles (Popillia japonica) are an invasive species originally from Japan, now widespread across…
Learn how to identify inchworms, assess the damage they cause to your garden, and choose the least-disruptive control method that actually works. Key Takeaways What Are Inchworms? Inchworms are the larval (caterpillar) stage of moths in the family Geometridae —…
Learn to spot thrips, understand the damage they cause, and choose the least-disruptive control method for your garden. What Are Thrips? Thrips (order Thysanoptera) are tiny, slender insects typically 1–2 mm long. Most species are plant feeders that use their…
Learn how to spot tomato hornworms, assess the damage they cause, and choose an effective control method — without unnecessary treatment. 1. How to Identify Tomato Hornworms Tomato hornworms (Manduca quinquemaculata) are large, bright-green caterpillars that can reach 10 cm…
Learn how to spot spider mites early, confirm the damage they cause, and choose the least-disruptive treatment that actually works. 1. How to Identify Spider Mites Spider mites are tiny arachnids — not insects — measuring less than 0.5 mm.…