![]() ![]() These are less useful in areas where rain or overhead sprinkling occurs regularly. Mixes of organic materials applied to plant leaves and soil can often be extremely effective, depending on the pest. While they sound expensive, some of them can be homemade from waste materials. Common barrier materials include collars, fabric, fencing, mesh and more. Placing something in and around your garden bed that physically stop pests from getting to your plants is one of the soundest protections where practical. Consider these the first line of defense for keeping your garden ecosystem balanced. ![]() Nature abhors a vacuum and will fill whatever niche left open. Often not the first choice in damage control, friendly garden predators and companion plants are the least harmful and most effective long-term solution for most garden pests. What are the options for organic, non-toxic controls? Biological controls
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