Biological Pest Control The Pros and Cons
Biological controls work best when it is warm and activity is highest. The more pests the more there is for the control to eat and treat.
Biological controls are pest predators that can be bought mail order. Once introduced to the greenhouse or garden they can naturally take care of the relevant pest, enabling you to garden organically and free of pests. If you are considering using Biological pest control, these are the pros and cons
For the organic gardener not worried about cost, biological control is really excellent. They can be very effective in restoring the natural balance and preventing pests getting out of control. They are also excellent for those gardeners wishing to encourage natural predators like Ladybirds and hoverflies. In a way this makes for a more satisfying garden because you are not resorting to chemicals.
However, they do have there drawbacks, most notably they are more expensive than conventional treatments.
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