{"title":"Pest Identification","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePest Identification Resources for Healthier Gardens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdentifying garden pests early can help gardeners understand what is affecting their plants and determine the most appropriate way to respond. Our Pest Identification collection features practical resources designed to help gardeners recognize common insects and other pests found in gardens, landscapes, and fruit trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection includes Tree Fruit Pest ID and Monitoring Cards, Landscape Pests ID Cards, and the \u003cem\u003eOrganic Gardener’s Handbook of Natural Insect \u0026amp; Disease Control\u003c\/em\u003e. These resources provide useful information for recognizing pests, monitoring their activity, and understanding the potential impact they can have on plants. Accurate pest identification is an important first step when developing an effective approach to garden pest management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearning to recognize signs of insect activity can help gardeners monitor plants more closely and make informed decisions about treatment and prevention. Pest identification resources can be especially helpful for gardeners caring for fruit trees, vegetable gardens, ornamental plants, and established landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are dealing with an unfamiliar insect or simply want to improve your garden monitoring skills, this collection offers practical references for different growing situations. By identifying pests early and understanding their behavior, gardeners can take timely steps to protect plants and support a healthier, more productive garden throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"o-hndbk-ntrl-insect-and-disease-cntrl","title":"Organic Gardeners Handbook of Natural Insect \u0026 Disease Control","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eEdited by Barbara W. Ellis \u0026amp; Fern M. Bradley\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing the most up-to-date science-based recommendations for keeping plants healthy and productive, this book includes hundreds of organic techniques and products for dealing with garden problems. You'll learn how to decide whether you need to treat an infestation or outbreak, how to make choices among the numerous safe, natural options available, and how to use these home remedies and nontoxic control products and methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the rewards of organic gardening is developing a balanced ecosystem, in which plants naturally defend themselves against pests and diseases and where you'll seldom have to intervene. But if trouble does make its way into your garden this comprehensive handbook will help you stop insect pests in their tracks and curb plant diseases at the first sign of an outbreak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuick-reference format, A-Z plant entries, and the complete description of common and recently introduced pests and plant diseases. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftcover.  408 pages.  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Cards identifying important natural enemies are also included. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe information on these 32 cards will help pest control advisers and growers know how and when to look for these pests -- in both growing and dormant seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences are provided to the appropriate UC IPM Pest Management Guidelines and IPM Manuals for management information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaminated.  32 cards.  University of California Regents.  2011\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543408599153,"sku":"BP810","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/tree-fruit-pest-id-and-monitoring-cards.jpg?v=1747085814"},{"product_id":"landscape-pests-id-cards","title":"Landscape Pests ID Cards","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBy Larry L. Strand and Jack Kelly Clark\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pocket-size, sturdy, laminated cards can be easily carried with you as a quick reference wherever you need them. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovers 80 common insects and mites, 40 diseases, 20 beneficial insects, and a variety of other disorders and invertebrate pests. Each pest is identified by a description and excellent close-up color photographs of important symptoms and life stages (211 photographs).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes everything from aphids and whiteflies to glassy-winged sharpshooter and sudden oak death, all of which have an impact on California landscapes.  Also includes descriptions of natural enemies and suggestions for least toxic management options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe information on these 43 cards will help landscape maintenance professionals and home gardeners identify and manage most major common pest problems in the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaminated.  43 cards.  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