Garden Pests & Diseases in Canada : The Good, the Bad and the Slimy Paperback / softback

Your garden is full of creepy-crawlies-some good, some bad, and nearly all ugly.

Whether you decide to wage war or peacefully co-exist, Rob Sproule has the expert information and advice on how to identify and manage 50 of the most common pests and diseases to threaten Canadian gardens: · the specifics of each pest, disease, weed and beneficial insect featured · control options, with an emphasis on organic methods · interesting facts and information on lifecycles and the origins of non-native pests · identification of each pest and its damage · preventive measures to avoid the most damaging pests and diseases · tips for attracting beneficial insects to your garden · protecting your garden from pesky critters including mice and voles · how to deal with environmental threats such as hail and our extreme winter cold.

Containing helpful colour photos and illustrations throughout, this book is a must for Canadian gardeners to maintain a healthy, beautiful garden.