Pea thrips ( Kakothrips pisivorus) Found on garden peas during June to August; causes stunted growth with a silvery brown discolouration on the foliage and pods; the latter may remain flat with just a few peas developing at the stalk end. Excessive lawn thatch prevents moisture from being able to penetrate the soil. As a result, it sits on the grass leaves and in the thatch layer, creating the perfect environment for the fungus to spore.

Bacillus thuringiensis var Kurstak is a product that controls box moth. This is a natural bacterium (not a chemical insecticide) that organic farmers use to stop crop destruction by butterflies. Natural Garden Solutions produce a wide range of naturally-sourced, chemical-free products – and they’ve become a huge hit with more eco-conscious gardeners. I recently tested their Organic Plant Bug Spray, and the results surpassed my expectations. It’s caused by aconsistent temperature of0°C (32°F) and higher than normal levels of carbon dioxide. It creates a greyish coloured mould, rather than the white/pink mould that can be seen in the autumn.Green Haven’s Ultimate Bug Killer spray for plants is one of the most popular insecticides currently available – and it’s easy to see why. It’s a highly effective repellent, delivering a noticeable reduction in the number of bugs and pests after just one application. It also offers up to two weeks of bug control, making it a cost-effective solution for gardeners of all levels. Mowing the lawn regularly keeps the grass strong and healthy. Growth will slow during the autumn and it’s best tokeep your lawn moweron a higher setting. Plant invigorators combine nutrients to stimulate plant growth with surfactants or fatty acids that have a physical mode of action against thrips (e.g. Ecofective Bug Control, Growing Success Bug Stop, Rose Clear 3 in 1 Action SB Plant Invigorator and Westland Resolva Natural Power Bug & Mildew). These products contain some synthetic ingredients and so are not considered organic The most common cause for this is the application of a high nitrogen, summer fertiliser too late in the season. Avoid applying a summer fertiliser after August (depending on the weather patterns). Make sure tree branches are at least 2 meters from the ground. Also, try pruning and thinning out the branches to allow light to pass through them.The same goes for hedges, keep them low and thin them out.

Tolerate some thrips damage, despite extensive silvery mottling established outdoor shrubs will usually survive the presence of glasshouse thripsTo stop box tree moth caterpillar use these watchwords. Awareness. Vigilance. Prevention. Treatment. Perseverance. In which case, my advice would be to call your local lawn expert. He/she will have access to, and be licensed to use professional-grade fungicides which will be much more effective in these circumstances. If you’ve been gardening for any length of time, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of Provanto Fungus Fighter Plus. It’s one of the most talked-about plant protection products on the market, and it’s fast becoming a go-to tool among gardeners of all levels. Like most of you, I’m constantly battling with fungus on my plants, so this felt like the perfect time to put the hottest fungicide product to the test. How well did it perform? The fungal spores that cause Fusarium Patch are present in nearly every lawn, nearly all of the time. When climatic conditions are just right, these spores become very active.