How to Get Rid of Slugs Without Toxic Slug Pellets
Slugs and snails can be a gardener’s nightmare, feeding on seedlings and causing significant damage to plants. However, many gardeners are turning their backs on toxic slug pellets due to
9 July 2026
Customer Question – Stopping Codling Moth
Q. “Does Clean and Guard spray work where codling moth has been found on apple trees? Or do you have another spray product? Thank you” Stephanie by email A. Thanks
24 May 2026
Customer question – Ladybird Larvae or Adults for aphids?
Q. “Hello, I have aphids on four newly-planted roses in my garden and have been advised to buy ladybirds to stop them. I’ve never done this before so don’t know
24 May 2026
Encouraging Beneficial Insects in Your Garden
Creating a thriving garden ecosystem is not just about planting beautiful flowers or growing delicious vegetables. It’s also about fostering an environment where beneficial insects can flourish. These insects play a crucial
11 May 2026
Help! My box has been attacked by caterpillars.
Q. “Help! My box has been attacked by caterpillars. I had presumed it was box blight but found caterpillars within the dense plant. There are a few green healthy looking
16 April 2026
What’s eating my Red Robin bush? Is it vine weevil or viburnham beetle?
Q. “Hi there, I have something eating my red robin bush as well as other shrubs including my viburnum – see attached photos. I have used nematodes on the lawn
2 March 2026
Spring garden pest control guide
Spring Garden Pest Control: Embracing Organic Solutions Spring is a time of renewal and growth in the garden, but it’s also when many pests begin to emerge. Managing these pests
17 February 2026
How to stop slugs using slug nematodes
Slugs are one of the commonest pests of garden plants attacking the foliage of herbaceous, particularly hostas and delphiniums, bedding and vegetable plants. Some species also feed on plant roots.
13 February 2026
Customer Question – Box Blight or Caterpillar damage
Q. “Good morning, Please could you tell me if the Box Caterpillar is the same as the Box hedge blight caterpillar/moth that eats and kills Box hedging? I’ve searched my
28 March 2023
Customer Question – Treating Scale Insect
Q. “I have discovered what I think is scale on my hydrangea plants. I’ve read on the RHS website that ladybirds can eat scale but I don’t see anything about
24 May 2022
