Neem oil can control unwanted pests. Combine it with warm water and dish soap and spray plants once a week for prevention.

If you're interested in natural ways to look after your plants, neem oil may have fallen onto your radar. But what exactly is it, and how can it be used? This substance is derived from the seeds of ...

Neem oil comes from the seeds of the neem tree (Azadirachta indica), a fast-growing member of the mahogany family native to southeast Asia. Typically expressed via a cold-pressing process, the oil is ...

Horticultural oils come from several sources and have long been used to control plant pests and diseases. All are considered organic pesticides and most are petroleum based but some come from ...

Neem oil naturally controls pests like aphids and thrips but should be used carefully to protect bees and tender plants. Apply in the morning or evening, avoid extreme temps, and test on a small leaf ...

The neem plant is often called the "village pharmacy" in India, given its amazing healing powers. Ayurveda and other ...

Spider mites cause leaf damage and webbing, often hiding under leaves and feeding on plant nutrients, which weakens plants over time. Neem oil kills mites at all life stages without harming ...

Scale is often mistaken for a disease, but it's actually an insect that latches onto a plant and forms a protective shell so it can feed on sap.

A group of scientists led by Kongu Engineering College in India investigated the use of waste neem oil as a cooling solution for PV modules. Neem oil is extracted from the seeds of the neem tree and ...

Gardening season is underway, and you may have questions. To ask one, simply go to the OSU Extension website, type it in and include the county where you live. A photo is very helpful. Q: I have had ...