Pests are part of any garden.
Although their presence may be annoying, it is not always seriously destructive. In dealing with pests, it is important to consider that chemicals are NOT necessarily the first or only line of defense. This article lists some of the mechanical and cultural methods used to reduce pests in the garden. Physical barriers placed around some plants control certain insects. Shields -Squares of carpet or tar paper fitted snugly around the stem of young cole crop seedlings will prevent maggot larva from reaching the roots.