Key Points Tomato hornworms can quickly destroy plants like tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants if left unchecked.Parasitic braconid wasps naturally control hornworms and other pests without harming ...

Companion plants can help reduce pests, nurture the soil, and ultimately produce gorgeous, juicy tomatoes.

Companion planting has many benefits, and growing lovage next to your tomato plants could be the smartest pairing in your ...

Last week, we discussed tomato diseases. This week, we will cover pests just as destructive: insects. Damage to plants via insects, animals, or harsh environmental conditions can leave open wounds for ...

Many gardeners know how rewarding it is to grow and harvest tomatoes. But just as deflating is seeing your hard work go to waste due to bugs dining on your fruits. Anyone with experience growing this ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at dgill@agcenter.lsu.edu. I planted a raised vegetable garden bed. I only use organic sprays to keep ...

Leaves or fruit damaged? What it means and what to do May 6, 2026 – by Adam Russell Tomato plants are popular in home gardens ...

Tomato, Solanum lycopersicum Linnaeus is damaged by two important insect herbivores, the whitefly, Bemisia tabaci Gennadius (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) and tomato leafminer, Phthorimaea absoluta Meyrick ...