Ants are not generally considered dangerous pests, but they can pose significant health and cosmetic damage to turf grass. When ant hills cause root damage to grass and create unsightly mounds, they ...

Large ant hills in your yard can be an eyesore. Plus they can make it tricky to mow your lawn or tend your garden—especially if those hills harbor stinging fire ants. If you’re ready to reclaim your ...

Although there is an argument to be made that some ant hills can benefit your garden, by aerating soil through tunneling, it is safe to say the vast majority of gardeners would just as soon not have ...

Q: I have black ants eating the beets in my garden. Last year, they ate the tassels off my sweet corn. What chemical or natural control could I use to get rid of the ants? (email) A: Several ways will ...

Ants can be beneficial to gardens by aerating soil, preying on harmful insects, and serving as a food source for birds. While helpful, ants can also become a nuisance by farming sap-sucking insects ...