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The Gardeners Guide to CommonSense Pest Control Olkowski, William; Daar, Sheila and Olkowski, Helga

However, unlike many popular books on pest management, this one includes not only directions for managing individual pests, but also pest management theory Its like the difference between being given a fish and learning to fish San Francisco ChronicleThis guide walks you through what you need to know to claim control of your garden without harsh chemicals Houston Lifestyles & HomesThis book gives gardeners a logical framework and solid information to help you deal with pests and diseases you will inevitably encounter in your garden Scott Aker, Horticulturist, The American GardnerThe reader learns the right chemicals, microbial, inorganic, organic and botanical tools for each task The uses and dangers of each method with an explanation of chemical toxicity levels are detailed enough for the gardner to make truly informed decisions on pest control Fort Collins ColoradoanAn indispensible guide every gardener, landscape professional, and small farmer in America should have Before pests wreak havoc on your property, youll want to have the latest revised and completely updated edition of The Gardeners Guide to CommonSense Pest Control Its your secret weapon for safeguarding ornamentals and ediblesIdentify the problem before its too late This easytouse guide walks you through everything you need to know to take control of your plantings without using harsh chemicals Learn ecofriendly ways to deal with all the pests, insects, and diseases that can afflict tomatoes and vegetable gardens, flowering plants and shrubs, roses, lawns and shade treesA thoughtful approach to pest management Indepth chapters include an introduction to Integrated Pest Management IPM, safe and sane weed management, and overall best treatments Know all the possible solutions to the problem youre facing, ranging from indirect strategies such as pruning to direct physical and biological controls to leasttoxic chemical controlsSmart strategies to remedy whats ailing your garden The trend today is away from strong chemical combatants and toward more natural, or at least, less toxic approaches to a healthy garden For these ecofriendly gardeners and homeowners, The Gardeners Guide to CommonSense Pest Controls provides solutions that deal with immediate problems with fewer unintended consequences that can cause longlasting damage