Ants, Earwigs, Cockroaches |
Use Diatomaceous Earth or Borax for control. |
Aphids |
Encourage ladybugs for prevention. Use Insecticidal Soap or Pyrethrum for control. |
Caterpillars |
Use Bacillus Thuringiensis for control. |
Slugs |
Prune to improve air circulation and limit night watering for prevention. Diatomaceous Earth or ferric phosphate for control. |
Grubs |
Nematodes for control. If found in the lawn*, try aerating, watering, topdressing, and fertilizing for prevention. |
Chinch Bugs |
Proper watering (especially during hot and dry periods) and overseeding with ryegrass or fescue for prevention in lawns*. |
Scale |
Often confused with a disease, scale is a parasite which can be prevented by encouraging ladybugs. Use Mineral Oil to control. |
