The best way to keep pests in check is creating a garden that has a healthy, balanced ecosystem. 

Here are some of the issues addressed in this episode

• Why not to use chemical pesticides
• What is the harm in using organic pesticides and homemade sprays for pest control such as garlic spray, chili pepper spray, oil or soap sprays etc. 
• What does a good garden ecosystem consist of?
• Various elements of garden ecosystem - soil, plants, wildlife, microbial life, water/irrigation, wind, sun etc. 
• What plants to grow
• Companion planting
• Diversity of plants

Episode 11

Date published : Oct 29, 2024

Host: Vani Shukla

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