Controlling Insects Insects are unwelcome visitors to our lawns, landscapes and vegetable gardens. Traditionally these are controlled with man made chemicals that have consequences beyond controlling unwanted insect pests.
Nature has strategies to deal with insect pests without the use of synthetic chemicals. Organic control options are ideal for the consumer who wants a beautiful lawn and garden without the risks of these man made chemicals and poisons. | | Organic Soaps
Soap is different than detergent! Detergent is derived from petroleum by-products. Soap is a product of combining an organic oil source (plants, for example) with a potassium salt. The resulting chemical reaction makes a soap like the ancient Greeks or the earlier pioneers used.
Bugs and Plants have a waxy, fat layer that coats them to protect them in much the same way our skin protects us. It helps retain moisture and protect the insect or plant from attack. This is key to understanding how soaps work as an insecticide or herbicide.
Soaps are powerful natural solvents that quickly dissolve fat-based substances. So the soap removes this protective coating causing insects and plants to dry out – quickly! It is highly effective on soft-bodied insects such as Aphids and Mealy Bugs. As an herbicide, when applied in the heat of the day, wilting starts to occur in hours. Repeated applications will starve the root killing the plant.
It is truly a fast acting technology with the synthetic residue that lingers in and around your home.
Safer®Brand brings you a variety of effective insect control products that are gentler on the environment! Most of them proudly display the OMRI® organic-listed seal and comply for use in organic gardening!
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