Is there any advantage to using “natural” pest control?
The answer I give is a qualified yes. If you feel more comfortable, by all means use them. Keep in mind that many of these controls can work well, but usually for a shorter time than the commercial products. The best way to handle pest problems, is prevention. If mosquitoes are your problem, drain that standing water, and find out why it is there to begin with. Find a method of preventing it from happening again. If weeds are your enemy, weed barriers can be installed, or you can “solarize” your garden before planting. In lawns, mowing more frequently may keep your weeds from seeding, and allow your lawn grasses to become healthy enough to take charge. The best defense against lawn pests, both insects and weeds, is a healthy lawn.
