The Benefits of Beneficial Insects

Save the Insects; Save the Planet   You may have heard of an “insect apocalypse”. News stories sometimes refer to it as “insectageddon”. While it may be a relief for us to go outside and not have to deal with clouds of insects spoiling our picnics, the truth is that having fewer bugs is simply NOT good for the planet.  Oliver Milman, an environmental journalist,

The Benefits of Beneficial Insects2023-05-31T06:53:34-07:00

All About Ladybugs

The Miraculous Ladybug   Ladybugs. Ladybirds. Lady beetles. Many names and many legends have been attributed to these charming creatures. We like to think of them as the “gateway bug” to biodiversity in your garden or yard. Click here to watch our founder as he extols the virtues of the humble ladybug. Let’s look at the A-B-C’s of ladybugs to learn more about these charming

All About Ladybugs2023-03-07T09:43:18-07:00

How to Get Rid of Fire Ants

A “Hot Topic”: Red Fire Ants! At the beginning of this year, Julie, a consultant for Organic Control, Inc., moved from Southern California to the Southeast. About a month ago, she noticed strange new mounds in her backyard that seemed to have appeared overnight. With a little research, she discovered the source of the mounds: the Red Imported Fire Ant. Known as RFAs or RIFA

How to Get Rid of Fire Ants2022-05-17T19:29:55-07:00

Top Ten Tips For An Incredibly Beautiful and Bountiful Garden

Whether you’re digging in for the first time (see what we did there?) or you’re a long-time gardener, let us show you how to start a garden that will have your neighbors peeking over your fence to ask what you’ve been up to! Here are some tips to ensure success:    Soil prep is key. It is impossible to overstate the importance of healthy soil.

Top Ten Tips For An Incredibly Beautiful and Bountiful Garden2022-03-17T16:01:30-07:00

Give your rose bushes a natural and organic hug in the form of a winter blanket!

Give your rose bushes a natural and organic hug in the form of a winter blanket! Here we are in February! Many yards and gardens appear to be sleeping in the cold winter air. What can be done for those shivering bare sticks that used to be covered in lush leaves and blooming roses? While gardening may not be the first thing that comes to

Give your rose bushes a natural and organic hug in the form of a winter blanket!2022-02-09T15:20:21-07:00

CASTINGS — A MAGIC SPELL FOR SOIL HEALTH

Darwin was writing about the humble but mighty earthworm.   CASTINGS — A MAGIC SPELL FOR SOIL HEALTH Earthworm castings (a fancy word for worm poop) can best be described as Mother Nature’s super-food; they energize your plants and provide a suit of armor against harmful pests. Used for centuries by growers, worm castings have long been recognized as a most

CASTINGS — A MAGIC SPELL FOR SOIL HEALTH2021-10-27T15:53:37-07:00

CELEBRATE POLLINATORS – AND PROTECT THEM

CELEBRATE POLLINATORS — AND PROTECT THEM Critically important to the plants we depend on, and increasingly jeopardized by human activities, pollinators deserve everyone’s support. National Pollinator Week, which in 2023 runs from June 19 to June 25, is an annual event dedicated to helping make that happen. Around the world, events and educational initiatives throughout the week shine a spotlight on the essential contributions of

CELEBRATE POLLINATORS – AND PROTECT THEM2023-06-13T08:12:33-07:00

THE AMAZING PRAYING MANTIS

A CLOSER LOOK AT THE AMAZING PRAYING MANTIS! The dating habits of the Praying Mantis may seem unconventional. Successful suitors are literally losing their heads over these sultry sirens of the garden. Every year, we premier our own version of “The Praying Mantis Bachelorette”, where we spotlight one lovely lady as she considers a host of hopefuls - one of whom will… win? Um, if

THE AMAZING PRAYING MANTIS2021-06-15T14:15:11-07:00

GETTING TO KNOW MASON BEES

Organic Control has brought natural and organic gardening to families in the form of ladybugs, worms, praying mantis and lacewings for over 40 years. The newest sensation is simply one as old as time itself. FAQs ON MASON BEES What are Mason Bees? Did you know that bees are responsible for one of every three bites of food we eat? Those

GETTING TO KNOW MASON BEES2021-02-04T03:27:52-07:00

FLEA CONTROL…WITHOUT CHEMICALS

Laura used to have a big problem. She had a dog, Bingley. A mostly indoor dog, Bingley was a frequent visitor to their backyard. Bingley loved having a chance to run around a bit outside before he did his business and headed back inside. She also had a cat, Jasmine. Jasmine hadn’t set foot outside since Laura had brought her home as a kitten,

FLEA CONTROL…WITHOUT CHEMICALS2020-06-08T19:13:29-07:00
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