A beautiful vegetable garden can quickly be ruined by unwanted pests. However, effective pest control does not have to complicated. There are some simple steps that can be taken, to help effectively control most pest problems. One good way to avoid diseases is to choose vegetable seeds that are resistant to many diseases. Anymore seed catalogs will offer a variety of plants that are resistant to commonly occurring diseases. Frequently weeding the garden and keeping weaker plants uprooted are both helpful to controlling disease.

Companion planting is an good way to keep pests under control. For instance, planting green onions with lettuce can help combat rabbits. Planting radishes among cucumbers can help combat cucumber beetles. Other methods of companion planting can include using various flowers to keep pest away. Chrysanthemums are a good example, they are excellent for pest control, as they contain an ingredient that is used in some insecticides. Planting these flowers as a border around the garden or in various spots in the garden will help control pests. Another very simple method of pest control is to irrigate early in the morning. This will help keep fungi from spreading during the evening hours.

Fungi is very harmful and will cause vegetables plants to become weakened and soft. Crop rotation is an important part of pest control. Most bugs becomes established over period of three years, so by rotating crops every three years, certain types of pests can be avoided. There are a number of non-chemical solutions that can help keep unwanted visitors away from vegetable gardens. Snails and slugs are attracted to beer, so placing shallow bowls around the garden will drown the unwanted visitors. Beer is also good for the soil and compost piles. Using apple cider vinegar can help with mold growth. Simply growing garlic can keep certain pests away and there are many mixtures made with garlic that make effective natural pesticides.

Consider using insects that are not harmful to control those that do cause harm. Ladybugs, for instance, eat aphids and do not harm plants. Other insects that can be beneficial are lacewing flies and praying mantises. For bigger pests, such as deer, garden fixtures that make noise or motion in the wind work well. Soap bars hung around the garden will also help keep deer away. A wire fence will keep dogs and other pests out, as well. With all these different solutions available to you, you should be able to protect your garden from any pests and get some great vegetables for you and your family.