BEE VS WASP VS HORNET | YOUR GUIDE TO STINGING INSECTS June 17, 2020 Summer and fall months bring a lot of wonderful things such as pool days, flowers, grilling, football season and more. But what many of us forget about are the abundance of wasps, bees and hornets that make their way onto our property throughout this time of year. Though all three are relatively harmless unless provoked, it is good to know the differences between bees, wasps and hornets. That’s why our pest experts at Preferred Pest Control reveal everything you need to accurately identify the differences between bees, wasps and hornets. Bee, Wasp and Hornet Identification ...
Getting Rid of Garden Pests
It probably won’t surprise most vegetable gardeners that insects outnumber humans many millions of times over. While some insects can be beneficial for certain plants, gardeners are all too familiar with the destruction of many tiny crawly critters. Fortunately, nature offers plenty of non-toxic ways to discourage and manage detrimental insects. The following six steps can help a gardener reduce pest problems without toxic chemicals. Remember: Prevention is always the first and best line of attack. 1. Build Healthy Soil Soil supplies the nutrients, water, oxygen, and root support that plants need to thrive. Research shows that the healthier the soil, the better plants are able to withstand pest attacks.1 Building ...