Watch out for pest problems in the winter – top 10 winter pests
As temperatures drop, pest activity may slow, but plants / crops can still suffer from pests especially in greenhouses / conservatories and in our houses. Regular monitoring, good crop hygiene
8 October 2026
Are these Chafer Grubs and what to do?
Q. “Hi. I’ve attached a couple of pictures which I believe are Chafer Grubs. Am I correct please? I’m renewing my lawn and replacing the top 6 inches of soil with
8 October 2026
Customer Question – Box Blight or Caterpillar?
Q. “I called yesterday and you suggested I send photos – see below. I want to understand if I need to buy TopBuxus ‘health mix’ or ‘grow’ to help restore
6 October 2026
How Do Nematodes Work? A Beginner’s Guide to Natural Pest Control
Understanding How Nematodes Work Many gardeners have heard of nematodes, but not everyone knows how they work. If you’re looking for a safer alternative to chemical pest control, nematodes are
28 September 2026
Customer Question – How to use Lacewing Chamber
Q. “Any idea of the best place to store the lacewing house? None of our fence posts have a flat top, would it need to be secured anyways? It is
28 September 2026
Should I use Autumn Lawn Fertiliser and what’s in it?
Q. “Hi Jon – long time customer, so I hope you dont mind a couple of questions? I have done my leatherjacket nematode treatment and just want to check if
22 September 2026
Customer Question – Positioning a Lacewing Chamber?
Q. “Hello, I hope you are well! I recently ordered some lacewing larvae from you, and they are munching away on my greenfly. I also ordered a lacewing overwintering chamber,
22 September 2026
Advice on using Sb Invigorator and Phytoseiulus to control RSM
Q. “Question – how long after spraying with Sb Invigorator should I wait before applying Phytoseiulus?” Roger by email A. Thanks for the message and the beauty of this spray
18 August 2026
What’s attacking my Fuchsias? How to deal with Fuchsia Gall Mite.
I love Fuchsias, but so does fuchsia gall mite. Fuchsia gall mite is a microscopic sap-sucking pest that causes extensive damage to the growing tips of the plants affecting the
7 August 2026
Dealing with Box Tree Caterpillars / Moths attacking box plants / topiary.
If your box plants have turned brown, the leaves are dying and there is webbing on the plant, check for Box Tree Caterpillar. Box Tree Caterpillars have a devastating effect
20 July 2026
