They have spent 17 years as nymphs (wingless, immature versions of themselves) underground, feeding on tree roots. As soon as ...

Another cicada invasion is here. The large Brood XIV, which emerges every 17 years, is making for a spectacular natural event ...

Here, gardening and pest experts reveal why they're appearing in large numbers, how long periodical cicada swarms will last, ...

However, the exception is young saplings or fruit trees. “You can get some serious damage to these plants because the female cicada lays eggs in slits of the bark on branches,” says Day. “When tiny ...

Cicadas lay eggs in about 80 different species of woody plants, including fruit trees, nut trees, oaks, maples, dogwoods, and hawthorns. They have no interest in laying eggs in needled evergreens ...

The fascinating emergence of Brood XIV cicadas in the Eastern U.S. will take place this summer. These insects are harmless to humans and gardens, and mark a unique natural event, experts say.

Cicada season is here in Ohio, and with it comes the risk of tree and shrub damage. Here's the best way to protect them this spring.

resulting in the tree producing more flowers and fruit the following year. Lastly, when cicadas die, their decaying bodies help create a huge amount of nitrogen and other nutrients for the soil.

Does your dog enjoy the occasional sky raisin aka cicada? With the cicadas invading Ohio, are dogs safe snacking on screaming ...

The cicadas will begin to emerge when soil temperatures ... They recommend wrapping any young ornamental or fruit trees in bird netting to prevent egg laying on fragile plants.