Weed & Pest Management

Managing weeds and pests naturally helps protect the environment and promotes healthier ecosystems. Integrated pest management (IPM) and organic methods can reduce the need for chemical inputs while effectively managing common garden challenges.

How to Manage Weeds & Pests Naturally:

• Use mulch to suppress weeds – Organic mulch, such as bark chips or compost, helps block sunlight, preventing weed growth while enriching the soil.
• Practice crop rotation – Changing plant varieties in your garden each season can help break pest and disease cycles.
• Use companion planting – Some plants repel pests naturally when planted together (e.g., marigolds with tomatoes to deter aphids).
• Hand-pick weeds and pests – For smaller infestations, manually removing weeds and pests is an effective method.
• Attract beneficial insects – Encourage natural predators like ladybugs, lacewings, and birds to control pests by planting insectary plants.