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Pest, Weed & Fungus Control

Home » Lawn and Garden » Pest, Weed and Fungus control
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Garden pests come in all sizes.

Few things can kill your plants faster than pests or fungal diseases. Unfortunately, if you have a beautiful landscape, chances are that you have these at some time throughout the year.

We can’t control nature, but we can try to maintain a healthy and attractive home landscape. With the increase of pests, weeds and fungus are in our urban environment it can be overwhelming to keep up with everything happening around us. Here at Buchanan’s Native Plants, we specialize in helping you take care of your lawn and garden so you can enjoy your home.


Seasonal Garden Issues

  • Pests
  • Black Spot
  • Powdery Mildew

With spring comes pest problems.

Worry not! The plant care shed has tons of solutions for uninvited bugs.

Caterpillars:

Some gardeners want caterpillars in the garden, others don’t. Caterpillars will munch through your garden if you let them. Try using Neem Oil or B.t. to eliminate this issue from the garden!

Aphids:

An aphid infestation can quickly wreak havoc on your garden. Luckily they have a predator that can be found in the plant care shed! Ladybugs are one of the best lines of defense against aphids in the garden. Release the ladybugs at night, and watch the aphids disappear.

Scale:

Scale can make your indoor jungle go from lush and beautiful to dead and gone. Scale bugs can be both hard and soft-bodied making them a double threat. We recommend using Neem Oil or Insecticidal Soap to kill of the houseplant killers.

What is Black Spot?

Black Spot is one of the most common dieaseses that plague roses. Leaves will show irregular black spots before slowly wilting and falling off.

How do I treat black spot?

  • Treat affected areas with Bonide Copper Fungicide. Remember to dispose of infected leaves that fall to the ground. Do not place in compost.

What is ‘Powdery Mildew’?

Powdery Mildew is a fungus caused by temperature fluctuation and high humidity.

How can I treat powdery mildew?

Treat affected plant with Copper Fungicide


Mosquito Solutions

There is something about the summer that brings out mosquitoes more than any other time of year. Not just our opinion, but supported by research. Some studies show that it’s the warmer weather, and some show higher humidity in the summer attracts them more. Either way, it can be a torturous time of the year for those of us who are really sensitive to mosquito bites.

They’re everywhere during the warmer months. You get in your house and suddenly your hands, arms, and legs have all these itty bitty red bumps. It’s an annoyance that comes with enjoying the outdoors.

We’re here to help! The Bungalow and Plant Care Shed has tons of options to keep you safe from mosquitos.

One of our favorite wearable options is Parakitos, a refillable wristband that lasts for up to 15 days and comes with extra pellets for extended use.

Looking to sit outdoors? Murphy’s has a fantastic line of citronella candles and incense that use essential oils instead of harmful chemicals.

How to Identify and Treat Common Plant Pests

Learn how to identify and treat common pests on your plants including scale, mealy bugs, aphids, and spider mites.

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Products We Love


For Pests

  • Horticultural Oil
  • Neem Oil
  • Sluggo
  • Orange Oil
  • Diatomaceous Earth
  • B.t

For Fungus

  • Monterrey Complete Diesease Control RTU
  • Copper Fungicide
  • Monterey Garden Phos
  • Monterey Consan 20
  • Bonide Revatilize Biofungicide

For Weeds

  • Nitro-Phos Barricade Pre Emergent
  • Fertilome Dollar Weed Control
  • Bonide Weed Beater Complete
  • Weed Beater Southern Lawn
  • Lawnweed Brew
  • Deadweed Brew

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611 East 11th Street
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