Natural Garden Insecticides Links

Controlling grasshoppers in the garden

Gardeners in the Shenandoah Valley saw a lot of grasshoppers in 2011.

Fight those itsy-bitsy indoor plant pests

When indoor infestations do occur, they can be devastating if not dealt with promptly, effectively and safely.

Winged ants not harmful to yard, pets

"Ants are one of the most numerous and beneficial insects in the soil, aerating the ground and providing valuable nutrient cycling. These swarms are not going to result in a massive upswing in total ant populations; most males die in a day or two anyway. Control techniques are not warranted."

Do you know how to avoid bites?

Expert advice on how to avoid dangerous critters.

Innovation can start from home

‘Rinnovating’ your home to be greener and cheaper to maintain can sometimes be just a matter of choice of colour or materials, and the result is an improved quality of life.