If your plants have been munched, crunched, chomped, rasped or ripped, the most important thing to do is make sure you have correctly identified the culprit. Knowing what you’re up against is essential to know what you need to do to treat the problem.
SGA is a big fan of non-chemical pest control and prevention, such as monitoring your garden for early outbreaks, ensuring good air circulation between plants and alternative home remedies such as garlic sprays. If you choose to use a chemical, use one of the highest 6 Star-rated products from WiseGardening – Choices to Protect You and the Planet your garden and the planet will thank you for it.
If you do use any chemical product, please read the label VERY carefully. And to understand what the chemical terms on labels, it’s worth looking here.
More information about pests and pest control is found on links below:
Pesticide Use
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Chemical Terms
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European & English Wasps
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What are Pesticides?
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