Controlling Pests

Practical methods for managing pests using various approaches from ultrasonic devices to natural remedies. Articles cover specific problems like aphids, slugs, weeds, and beneficial insects.

Biotech Pest Control
Biotech Pest Control
Scientists are using plants' natural chemical defences and insects' own pheromones to control pests without synthetic pesticides.
Controlling Common Weeds
Controlling Common Weeds
Stop annual and perennial weeds from taking over your garden with the right control methods for each type.
Encouraging 'Good' Bugs
Encouraging 'Good' Bugs
Many insects are natural pest controllers that can keep your garden healthy without chemicals, if you know how to attract them.
Five Great Gadgets for Pest Control
Five Great Gadgets for Pest Control
Keep pests at bay with these five gadgets that make bug control more fun than you'd expect.
Getting Rid of Aphids
Getting Rid of Aphids
Spray, natural treatments and insecticides can all help get rid of aphids that damage your plants.
Home Repairs: Keeping Pests at Bay
Home Repairs: Keeping Pests at Bay
Fixing cracks and gaps in your home stops pests like rats and ants from getting inside before they become a problem.
How Ultrasonic Devices Deter Pests
How Ultrasonic Devices Deter Pests
Ultrasonic pest deterrents emit high-frequency sounds to repel rodents and insects, but the science behind whether they actually work is mixed.
Natural Pest Control You May Have in Your Cupboard
Natural Pest Control You May Have in Your Cupboard
Common kitchen ingredients like herbs and spices can help control garden pests naturally without chemicals.
Slug Pellets and the Problems
Slug Pellets and the Problems
Traditional slug pellets work but come with real risks you need to know about before using them in your garden.
Ten Warning Signs to Look Out for
Ten Warning Signs to Look Out for
Spot these 10 common warning signs to catch pest problems early before they become serious infestations.