How to Control Garden Pests with Herbs

There are lots of herbs that are great compliments to vegetable plants and that help get rid of the pests that like to invade our gardens. Here is a list of a few.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• A vegetable garden that has worms or other pests.
• Herbs to plant amongst your veggies.

1. Marigold is one of my favorites for getting rid of pests in the garden. It keeps away nematodes, Mexican bean beetles and a lot of other bugs. I plant it all through my garden.

2. Summer Savory helps deter bean beetles when planted by your beans.

3. Basil is not only a wonderful herb to cook with but, it is also helps repel flies and mosquitos. Plant this tasty treat next to tomatoes.

4. Dead nettle and Horseradish both keep potato bugs at bay.

5. Borage helps control tomato worms and is good planted next to squash and strawberries as well.

6. Garlic is wonderful for it's flavor as well as keeping aphids, and rose bugs away from your roses.

[prism]

on 2/1/2009 I love growing anything that's multipurpose like herbs. Thanks for the great reference!

[lrecker]

on 11/11/2008 This article is a great compliment to your other article, "How to Be a Penny Pincher". Not only can you save money by avoiding pesticides, but most of the items that you recommended above can also be used for culinary purposes. A big win-win. Nice work!

[simplelife]

on 10/11/2008 I really appreciate using natural insect and pest controls instead of chemicals, especially in a vegetable garden. Thanks so much for these tips!