It takes a little time to set it up, but in the long run you'll save yourself a lot of time and disappointment. Controlling Garden Pests Organically Choose from the menu above for help controlling specific insects. Below are mainly simple suggestions about gardening practices that will help to reduce the hostile insect and pest population in your garden.
Healthy plants attract fewer pests, and healthy soil grows healthy plants.
Make soil building a priority in your garden, and use organic fertilizers to help your plants along while you build you soil. For soil-building information, see our information on composting, green manure and mulch. Keep the garden clean and free of debris and weeds. Weeds and debris are hiding and breeding places for insects, and the weeds will compete with your plants for nutrients and water. Don't spread problems on your hands, feet or tools.