Description
Your garden is full of creepy-crawlies—some good, some bad, and nearly all ugly. Whether you decide to wage war or peacefully co-exist, Rob Sproule has the expert information and advice on
how to identify and manage 50 of the most common pests and diseases to threaten Canadian gardens:
• the specifics of each pest, disease, weed and beneficial insect featured
• control options, with an emphasis on organic methods
• interesting facts and information on lifecycles and the origins of non-native pests
• identification of each pest and its damage
• preventive measures to avoid the most damaging pests and diseases
• tips for attracting beneficial insects to your garden
• protecting your garden from pesky critters including mice and voles
• how to deal with environmental threats such as hail and our extreme winter cold.
Containing helpful colour photos and illustrations throughout, this book is a must for Canadian gardeners to maintain a healthy, beautiful garden.
