Since it is getting close to planting time, I wanted to give an overview of beneficials that we can plant to keep pests away and attract "good" bugs.
Daisies -- attract ladybugs who like to munch on aphids and mites
Black-eyed Susans and Asters -- attract lacewings and hover flies also to eat aphids
Marigolds -- give off a fragrance that deters mosquitoes
Sunflowers -- attract pirate bugs to deter white flies
Queen Anne's Lace -- attract small insects that eat caterpillars
We will also purchase some praying mantis who have an appetite for all kinds of garden bugs.
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wow, great info! i knew i loved flowers for a reason! thanks, ~;0)joan
ReplyDeleteOne thing I found has made an incredible difference in my garden is being willing to let herbs bolt. I see more ladybugs on my cutting celery that has gone to seed than any other plant. The soldier bugs love that and parsley that has bolted. Letting herbs flower makes a huge difference in attracting beneficial insects.
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