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Gardener's Guide to Biological Pest Control: Using natural predators in the garden

Gardener's Guide to Biological Pest Control: Using natural predators in the garden

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Biological pest control is a natural, safe, and sustainable way to control insect pests in gardens. The Gardeners Guide to Biological Pest Control, by Julian Ives, provides the latest practices from professional horticulture and botanical gardens to ensure successful and sustainable pest control in the long term.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 07 September 2022
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd


Biological pest control offers a natural, safe, and sustainable approach to managing insect pests, gaining widespread recognition among professional and hobby growers alike. It is swiftly emerging as the preferred solution for insect pest control in gardens. A Gardeners Guide to Biological Pest Control, authored by Julian Ives, applies the latest practices from professional horticulture and botanical gardens to various garden settings, including greenhouses, vegetable plots, lawns, and borders. This comprehensive guide empowers gardeners from the very beginning, outlining the necessary conditions for successful application and recommending natural enemies to target specific insect pests. It also provides valuable insights on how to achieve long-term, sustainable pest control outcomes.

Robert Brett, Curator at the RHS Garden Hyde Hall, emphasizes the crucial role of natural predators (biological control) in addressing plant health issues. With over thirty years of experience in glasshouses and public gardens, he recognizes Julian Ives as a foremost expert in illustrating and guiding the use of natural predators in gardens. Brett believes that Ives' knowledge and expertise make him an invaluable resource for gardeners seeking to incorporate effective and environmentally friendly pest management strategies into their practices.

Weight: 535g
Dimension: 246 x 189 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780719840944

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