Controlling Pests...
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Biotech Pest Control
Over recent decades, biotechnology has developed an increasing role in pest control, ranging from simple, low-tech approaches to much more complex ways of keeping…...
Controlling Common Weeds
Common annual and perennial garden weeds, the differences between them, how each kind spreads and the different methods necessary to control them....
Encouraging 'Good' Bugs
Hints and tips on which insects are beneficial, how they can help, the types of pest they eat and what steps the gardener can take to encourage them....
Five Great Gadgets for Pest Control
There’s no shortage of ingenious and effective gadgets available to help you deal with problem pests; here’s a quick guide to five of our favourite gizmos....
Getting Rid of Aphids
An introduction to aphids and some of the methods available to eliminate them in the garden, including a variety of natural, chemical-free ways as well as pesticides....
Home Repairs: Keeping Pests at Bay
How simple, timely repairs to the structure of your house can prevent it becoming over-run with a variety of pest and problems, including insects, rodents and damp....
How Ultrasonic Devices Deter Pests
An introduction to ultrasonic pest control devices, covering their principles of operation, the claims, criticisms and evidence for their effectiveness against a range…...
Natural Pest Control You May Have in Your Cupboard
A description of some of the potential pest control products to be commonly found in kitchen cupboards presented for historical reference and general information...
Slug Pellets and the Problems
Slug pellets and the risks to children, pets and wildlife, including problems of 'over-dosing' and the potential for accumulated poison, together with brief suggested…...
Ten Warning Signs to Look Out For
Very few pest problems erupt without warning, but you need to know what to look for; here’s our guide to the top 10 signs of impending problems....