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Monoculture gardening—planting only one type of flower or plant—may look tidy, but it can turn your garden into a pest magnet. Without plant diversity, harmful bugs like aphids and termites thrive, while natural predators stay away.
According to pest control expert Lee Maddocks, non-native and uniform gardens disrupt nature’s balance. Without a mix of native plants and flowers, there are fewer beneficial insects to keep pests in check.
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Instead of using pesticides, plant native flowers that attract ladybugs, lacewings, and wasps—nature’s pest control team. Also, choose blooms with different flowering times to support these helpful bugs year-round.
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Swap monocultures for diverse, native flower beds to naturally protect your garden—and your home.
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