Bush, Michael R.

As a newcomer to home landscapes in the Pacific Northwest (PNW), the European paper wasp has a reputation for being both a beneficial predator and a pest. The European paper wasp is a relatively tame ...

Looking for a way to spice up your home garden? There are few vegetables more colorful or easier to grow than peppers. Growing your own peppers can also be cost effective since they usually cost more per pound in the store than most other vegetables.

The walnut husk fly, Rhagoletis completa Cresson, can become a serious pest of walnuts throughout the Pacific Northwest. While the larvae of this fly feed directly on walnut husks, their feeding will ...

Washington State homeowners who plant apple, pear, or cherry trees on their property should know they are legally responsible for controlling insect pests because these pests are a threat to commercia ...

Before planting an apple, pear, or cherry tree for its beauty and bounty, residents who live in Washington’s major fruit-producing areas should consider the downside of planting fruit trees in their b ...

Hailed as the home gardeners’ go-to aphid biocontrol, catch-and-release lady beetles are often cited in popular lit. This pub explores the science behind the hype—and suggests some alternatives.