An environmentally enlightened and practical guide to pest control, using organic methods. As with any holistic approach, the emphasis is upon prevention, beginning with the soil itself. Healthier plants with fewer insect pests come about through soil amendments and balanced organic fertilizers.
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A commonsense approach to controlling pests the organic way
Beginning with the soil, where 80 percent of insect problems originate, this environmentally enlightened book shows how to prevent, manage, and combat pests in the garden.
Healthy, Balanced Soil
The first and best defense. Humus, minerals, green manure, and compost. The foliar feeding program for stronger plants.
Prevention, Prevention, Prevention
Crop rotation. Protective herbs and companion planting. Organic sprays and dusts, including rotenone, sabadilla, pyrethrin, neem, ryania, and quassin.
Good Bugs, Bad Bugs
Ant lions, ladybugs, predatory thrips, and ichneumon wasps vs. aphids. Cabbage loppers and cutworms. How to identify and employ beneficial bugs.
Other Wildlife
Attracting birds and bats. Repelling rabbits and deer. Moles and voles, and why snakes really are your friends.
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Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Anderson, Jim (illustrator). Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 13678432-75
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Anderson, Jim (illustrator). Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00104560485
Seller: HPB Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Anderson, Jim (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_290496380
Seller: HPB-Ruby, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Anderson, Jim (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_453969672
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Anderson, Jim (illustrator). Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 4392007-75
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Anderson, Jim (illustrator). Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0761114017I3N00
Seller: Half Price Books Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Anderson, Jim (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_468871292
Seller: HPB-Diamond, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Anderson, Jim (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_467410228
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Anderson, Jim (illustrator). The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR005345965
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Seller: Bob's Book Journey, Austin, TX, U.S.A.
Trade Paperback. Condition: Fine. Anderson, Jim (illustrator). A commonsense approach to controlling pests the organic way. Softcover, 106 pp., illustrations throughout by Jim Anderson. Excellent condition. Seller Inventory # 019488