Predator/Pest Balance: A New Approach to Garden Pests
- S. Lindhardt
- Apr 20
- 1 min read
Predator-pest balance is achieved by creating a biodiverse, self-managing ecosystem that attracts beneficial insects, birds, and amphibians to control pest populations naturally.
Instead of eliminating pests, the focus is on habitat creation (logs, water), companion planting, and diversity to sustain predators, typically requiring 3 years to reach equilibrium. Once established, it leads to a self sustaining pest control system with very little output, all while keeping your garden completely natural and chemical free.
The first place to start is to assess your predator pest balance. What pests are infesting your land? What predators could be used against them? Use these 3 free worksheets to begin your predator/pest assessment!
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