Insecticidal soap is often used to kill soft-bodied aphids. Unfortunately, it will also kill ladybug eggs and the larvae that feed on aphids. Check for all stages of ladybugs before spraying.
May 3, 2025
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How to garden without pesticides: Natural ways to fight pests
A few springs ago, I was engaged in my daily ritual of observing the garden, walking around to see what was coming up, ready to bloom, or perhaps what needed attention. As I dodged the giant bumblebees emerging from their underground lairs, I stumbled upon a strawberry plant nearly eaten to the ground.