Manna, caterpillars, rats, oh my! I admit it: managing garden pests can be a daunting task at times. There always seems to be something lurking and causing trouble! Trust me, we have pests here too. Garden pest control can seem daunting, especially when you’re following organic practices… but stick with it! Because the benefits organic gardening has to your health, your family, your local wildlife, and our planet are well worth the effort. After reading this article, you should be ready to tackle pests with a variety of pest control methods.
Read on to learn more about 25 effective physical, biological, and yes… even some “chemical” methods for controlling pests in your garden. Don’t worry! All of the techniques and products we’ll cover in this article are considered to be applicable to organic gardening. These include barriers, traps, manual removal, beneficial insects, natural sprays, and some commercial products.
As we progress, it will become clear which methods are effective against which pests, so you can determine the best course of action for your situation! The ultimate goal is to control the pests of concern and limit damage to your garden while minimizing the impact on the environment and other non-target species.
