How to prevent and treat bugs and citrus gall wasp

Denis Crawford suggests organic remedies for the major pests afflicting citrus. 

On fruit patrol

There can be some nasty pests and diseases in the summer orchard.Try Peter Cundall's trusted control methods.

Create a slug barrier

Peter Cundall first suggested this method of pear and cherry slug control.

Itchy and scratchy

'Tis the season for mozzies and ticks. Try these helpful plants to take the sting out of their bite, writes PENNY WOODWARD.

How to control fruit fly

JUSTIN RUSSELL suggests ways to keep destructive fruit fly at bay so you can enjoy your organically grown fruit.

Make your own pyrethrum

Many herbs can be used to control pests naturally. Learn how to use pyrethrum to make your own dusts and sprays.

How to wipe out whitefly

Fight whitefly without chemicals using these homemade sticky traps.

Snail and slug protection

PENNY WOODWARD explains how to keep these slimy critters away.

Citrus gall wasp

PENNY WOODWARD explains the ins and outs of a citrus gall wasp’s lifecycle and what you can do to control them.

Pyrethroid pesticide warning

PENNY WOODWARD asks how safe are our ‘safe’ insecticides?

Pennyroyal and ants

Pennyroyal, says PENNY WOODWARD, helps to control ants and other pests.

Pear and cherry slug

Pear and cherry slug can be a problem for many types of fruit trees. Penny Woodward suggests how to take control if you find them in your garden.