MANAGING INSECTS

Insects are a natural part of your landscape environment. But sometimes a beautiful landscape with variety of colorful or aromatic plants can attract an inordinate insect population that could inflict damage on the landscape project into which you've put so much effort.

The good news is that, today, there are options available to manage insects effectively yet responsibly, respecting their natural place in the environment.

At Strathmeyer Landscape Development Corporation, our team has expertise in effective and environmentally responsible pest management, which should be an ongoing part of any commercial or residential landscaping program.

The resources here will also help you learn more about insects that can affect landscaping in our region and the approaches to managing them.

"Less Toxic Pest" promotion from the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay

"Animal and Plant Health" page from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture

Pennsylvania information page from the National Agricultural Pest Information System