NATURAL PEST CONTROL

Pests happen in a garden. There’s no getting around it. But that doesn’t mean you have to resort to harsh chemicals. Natural pest control utilizes organic methods for dealing with pests.

This means fewer synthetic chemicals in your food and less risk of wiping out the population of beneficial bugs.

Dealing with garden pests naturally can include the concept of companion planting, controlling pest populations manually, or treating with organic pest killers.

How to Get Rid of Cabbage Worms in the Garden

cabbage white butterfly on a pink zinnia

The cabbage white butterfly is drawn to brassicas. A single caterpillar can decimate a young plant. These natural pest control methods can keep them at bay.

How to Plant, Grow, and Love Lavender

Lavender is an easy-to-grow perennial that has a long history as a medicinal and culinary herb. Its fragrant flowers are a favorite of bees and other pollinators.

How to Attract Hummingbirds to Your Garden

Hummingbirds & their amazing aerobatics are a delight, but attract hummingbirds to your garden as natural pest control, too!

Eggshells in the Garden: 5 Ways They’ll Help You Grow Food

Using eggshells in the garden can improve your harvest and save you a bit of money, too. Give these ideas a try for a no-cost way to a better garden!

5 Ways to Put Your Backyard Hens to Work in the Garden For You

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5 Ways to put your hens to work! Take advantage of their natural foraging habits and put chickens to work in the garden. Free labor, plus you’ll get eggs!

Preventing Powdery Mildew Damage in the Garden

This insidious fungi can impact a wide range of vegetable crops. There are a number of natural tactics gardeners can take to reduce powdery mildew damage.

How to Get Rid of Slugs and Snails in the Garden

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An uncontrolled slug & snail problem can ruin crops overnight. Organic slug control options eliminate slugs naturally for a healthy garden.

Companion Planting with Herbs for a More Robust Garden

marigolds and peppers together in an edible front yard garden

Companion planting repels pests & boosts your garden’s health. Try adding herbs like dill, chives, and rosemary to your vegetable garden to help it thrive.

7 Organic Pest Control Methods to Adopt in Your Vegetable Garden

Organic pest control doesn’t have to mean fruits and veggies riddled with worms. Your vegetable garden can thrive without the addition of poisons. Here’s how to use organic pest control methods to keep your vegetable garden thriving without pest damage.

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