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SmartGarden - when to use pesticides: prevention is best, but sometimes extra help is needed

Authors :
Pelczar, Rita
Source :
The American Gardener. Sept-Oct, 2001, Vol. 80 Issue 5, p11, 1 p.
Publication Year :
2001

Abstract

Occasionally preventive efforts fail and pests or disease invade a garden and pesticide use is necessary. First determine the pest or disease to determine the correct remedy and try mechanical measures first. If pesticides are needed, select pesticides derived from natural sources if at all possible.

Details

ISSN :
10879978
Volume :
80
Issue :
5
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
The American Gardener
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.80347406