Where Can I Find More Information On Natural Insecticides?
There are new developments in the natural insecticide field all the time. Many new plants and fungus are being discovered from different countries all the time that have promising natural insecticide properties.
Scientists are uncovering several new insecticides such as a relatively new discovery about a fungus that has natural insecticide qualities such as scerotia, which is known to repel insects, because of the chemical compounds it produces. Although it is still undergoing testing to determine its effectiveness, it does look to be a promising discovery.
To keep on top of new developments for national insecticides university extension centers that deal with agriculture are a great place to start. They normally are on top of all of the scientific breakthroughs and discoveries pertaining to natural insecticides.
Often they will conduct gardening workshops that will teach you about how to choose plants that have natural insecticide qualities for use in companion gardening And the preparation of these plants for use as insecticides. These extension centers normally have a master gardener program and they will offer how to clinics, on a variety of subjects for the eco-friendly gardener.
If you happen to live close to an organically run farm, you may want to check with them to see if they offer any classes on organic gardening. The majority of organic farmers that I have spoken with are more than happy to share with you their natural insecticide methods and application. Although they do farm on a larger level than the average home gardener the majority of organic farmers are firm believers in going green and are more than happy to help.
The Internet is an absolutely wonderful source to find information that is pertinent to your location about organic gardening. It is invaluable as a tool when you are looking for information on actual insecticides. There are many sites out there that can help you plan an eco-friendly yard space and garden as well as help you choose plants for their natural insecticide qualities.
Natural nurseries are also a wonderful source not only to receive information about natural insecticides but also often have a wide variety of healthy plants that are natural insecticides in stock. Normally staff employed by these types of nurseries are more than happy to help you plan your garden and will offer suggestions as to plant choices for companion gardening. Many of these natural nurseries also have how to clinics on a variety of subjects of interest to the organic gardener.
Don't forget the library as they have an ever-expanding collection of books on every subject of eco-friendly gardening. The nice thing about libraries is that if you cannot find something that you need the majority of librarians are more than willing to acquire the information that you need.
The use of natural insecticides with any eco-friendly gardening is nothing new it has been around for centuries. Thankfully information has become more readily available and is updated all the time. For those who wish to look deeper into organic gardening and into the use of natural insecticides finding that information is easier today than it ever has been throughout history.
