Dear Dr. Dirt: Every July I get cicada killer wasps in my yard. They dig up huge mounds of dirt in my grass, which is unsightly. Nothing seems to kill the wasps. They burrow back under ground in ...

Gardens in North Dakota look great this year. The rains have been plentiful in most areas, and our plants are thriving. Be prepared to protect your garden from insect pests. Swarms of flea beetles ...

Q: How soon should I start spraying my apple tree with Sevin to stop bug damage to apples? Last year I had quite a bit of damage. The tree is just starting to leaf out. — Robert M. A: If the damage ...