In our world, 98% of the insects are considered
beneficial. Less than 2% are harmful to man. We have
created our own problems by using toxic chemicals
that are not selective. They kill the good along
with the bad and cause infestation of harmful
insects that would otherwise be controlled by
predators.
The best control for insects is to let nature
provide its own checks & balance system. Beneficial
insects can control most of the troublesome pests in
the landscape. Lady Beetles, Green Lacewings,
Trichogramma Wasps, and Beneficial Nematodes are
common beneficials used to control and
prevent infestation problems.
If you must treat an insect infestation, use the
least toxic and most specific solution available.
(See list to the right)
Ask your favorite nursery about buying beneficial
insects from them, or go online to have them shipped
to you. The website suggested here are those of
companies that grow and ship different beneficial
products for a variety of uses.
Arbico-organics.com
Rinconvitova.com
Biofac.com
Hydro-gardens.com
Email
bob@bobsorganics.com or call Bob at
210-240-6765 to get started on your landscape project today!
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