As an antidote to end of season pests – turn your attention to natures pest-clean-up crew – the predators. You likely know what a damsel fly and ladybug look like, but how about a lacewing, hoverfly and the many varieties of parasitic wasp. These guys are the trojans of pest control, and as long as you provide them with food + habitat – populations will steadily build so that in time, you can leave pest management to them. As you shift your focus from ‘killing pests’ to ‘creating an environment for predators’, you’ll learn to lean on nature – its the most thrilling ride!
To help you make this leap, I have put together a free course Managing Pests Naturally, with my wonderful web genie Anna at Help Me Net. (You wouldn’t be reading this without her, she’s the behind the scenes magic maker, thanks Anna!) The course opens 4 April 2023 to ensure you have a Good Friday. And to keep you entertained in the meantime, have a listen to my latest chat with the indomitable Kim Hill on RNZ.
We’re on the move again in the housetruck – after an epic stay in Onekaka, were heading south for a stint house sitting in Murchison, and then will inch our way to Dunedin to take part in Wild. Perhaps we’ll see you on the road!
Yours in the earth,
much ❤️
