Pest Control and Beneficial Insects

root-knot nematodes parasitize the roots of many plants, reducing their ability to uptake water and nutrients.

Trap crops are grown to take some of the pest pressure off of your main crops, by being even more attractive to pests.

Cabbage worms aren't worms at all! They're caterpillars and they absolutely LOVE cabbage and other brassicas. Let's look at how to deal...

Wondering how to get rid of mosquitoes in the garden? We know how annoying these little pests can be, and we've got tips and tricks to help!

Curious how to attract beneficial insects? If you're an organic gardener, this is so important because they'll help to maintain balance.

Let's take a closer look at these funny little isopods and delve into whether woodlice are good for the garden or not.

Gophers are a burrowing rodent and might well show up as a garden pest. Let's talk about how you might deal with gophers in the garden.

Looking to boost your organic garden's health without the use of pesticides? Learn all about beneficial insects for organic gardening

So you're finding grubs in your garden and are wondering if grubs are good for soil or bad? We'll demystify it here.

As a gardener, you've likely experienced the frustration of seeing aphids feasting your favorite plants. These tiny, soft-bodied insects...

Got a case of ants in your garden soil? Before reaching for the insecticides, let's learn about the role these important critters play!

Flea beetles can be a real pest in the garden, ravaging kale and cabbage, chard and turnips. Let's look at how to deal with flea beetles.

What is the problem with bird netting? Before you decide to use bird netting in your garden, make sure you understand the issues...

As an organic gardener, you may be wondering how to control pests naturally. We all love to see our plants thrive and grow healthy.

To many gardeners, birds in the garden are only seen as an annoying nuisance. Let's learn to see birds as garden pest prevention though.

let's take a look at the mindset of seeing garden pests as indicators, rather than problems themselves. It can be temping to reach for...

Having problems with slugs eating your veggies? Let's talk about how to get rid of slugs in the garden.

Wondering how to deal with garden or greenhouse thrips? We'll talk about what thrips are, what they do, and...

Here in the Sonoran Desert, we've got a unique list of characters who will come to your aid and help keep your plants pollinated.

They can be a pain, but that doesn't mean we need to reach for harmful insecticides. Let's talk how to get rid of cucumber beetles naturally

Not only are they harmless to humans and pets, but black soldier fly larvae also play an important role in composting and soil-building.

Wondering how to deal with fungus gnats? We've got suggestions and tricks on how to get rid of these annoying little critters.

Let's look at some of the best ways to attract hummingbirds to your garden, and some things to be careful to avoid for their safety.

Hornworms are notorious in gardens, especially on nightshades. We'll explore how to prevent hornworms with natural solutions.

Whiteflies can be a huge pain for gardeners, but there are a ton of options for how to get rid of whiteflies naturally.

Grasshoppers can be a real pain in gardens, eating up to half their body weight each day.

I know you're frustrated with the garden damage from these critters and wondering "how do I deal with ground squirrels in the garden?"

Dealing with rats is a pain, especially when they're eating your produce. We'll talk about how to deal with rats in the garden.

If you're looking for how to deal with rabbits in the garden, you've come to the right place. We've got rabbit-repelling tips and advice.