[EBOOK] A GUIDE TO GARDENING WITHOUT PESTICIDES, PESTICIDE ACTION NETWORK UK

In order to assist home gardeners in moving away from the use of potentially harmful pesticides, PAN UK has compiled this guide to dealing with some of the most commonly found garden pests. More and more people are moving towards a more organic approach in growing flowers and food crops. We hope that this guide will assist both those that are already growing without pesticides and those that wish to explore the possibilities.

We would be delighted to hear from you if you feel there is something missing from this guide, or if you know of a technique for dealing with one of the pests mentioned that has not been already been covered.

The focus of this particular guide is on insect pests and diseases that can be problematic for growers in the UK. There will be further publications looking at general techniques, including weed control, and also on problem pests such as mice, mosquitoes and fleas.

The list is presented in alphabetical order for convenience. None of the recommendations for products or alternative measures implies the endorsement of PAN UK.
 

General Points

Healthy growing works on the principle of prevention, rather than cure. Always maintain a healthy, active soil with plenty of nutrients, using compost and manures. Crop rotation helps to prevent diseases from building up in the soil so vary where you plant your vegetables year after year. Growing flowers with vegetables attracts beneficial wildlife, such as caterpillar-eating birds and aphid-eating insects. Using toxic chemicals kills not only the pest, but creates health hazards for the beneficial wildlife that play a part in controlling the pests in your garden. Choose plants and varieties that are suited to the site and soil as they will have a better chance of being strong enough to fight off pests and diseases.

Finally, be vigilant, keep out pests, such as slugs, caterpillars and pigeons, by constantly checking your barriers, traps and covers. Especially after rain or in damp conditions.

[EBOOK] A GUIDE TO GARDENING WITHOUT PESTICIDES, PESTICIDE ACTION NETWORK UK

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