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Grounds Maintenance: The pros and cons of biological control Part I: Bugs for hire
Courtesy of Grounds Maintenance Magazine.
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For managing landscape pests, many people view the use of biological control favorably. Thus, when appropriate, this tactic can generate good will with clients. Though this approach is not without disadvantages, several factors contribute to its positive image:
Biological control includes the use of existing natural controls-enemies of pests (predators, parasites and diseases) that already are present in the landscape.
Mulch
The benefits of Bark Mulch:
Maintaining a minimum 2 - 3" depth of mulch in all planting beds results in water conservation, plant health, deters weeds, conditions soil and provides aesthetic beauty.
