Biological Pest Control
No need to worry about Fido or the toddler next door when you implement biological pest control in your yard or greenhouse. Instead of using toxic chemicals to kill pests, biological pest control uses natural methods of elimination.
For instance, a homeowner may use certain parasites, bacteria or fungi to eliminate destructive pests or even plant diseases. These are naturally occurring methods of extermination, which the realm of biological pest control has tapped and made available in consumer friendly forms.
Other types of biological pest control include the use of predators, such a ladybugs, hoverflies, dragonflies, and lacewings. These helpful bugs can kill off common, plentiful pests such as aphids, mites, caterpillars, and mosquitoes. Larger predators, such as frogs, toads, lizards, and birds, may also be considered a form of biological pest control, as they will often eat harmful invaders. The key to this type of biological pest control is attracting these predators to your yard with plants, water features, and other such items.
Yet another form of biological pest control is plants themselves. Certain types of flora can fend off pests on their own. For instance, wormwood is known to repel animals from a garden, while basil has a reputation for repelling flies and mosquitoes. Horseradish may deter potato bugs, and mint can fend off the white cabbage moth, as well as ants.
Consult a biological pest control expert to find out more about how to plant a pest proof garden. The peace of mind that comes with using all natural pest control--with no harmful effects on pets, people, or the environment--may be worthwhile to many homeowners.
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