Navigate the world of garden pests with a practical, time-tested guide to recognizing and managing insects that damage vegetation. This treatise presents a clear overview of the principal pests across the United States, explained in plain language and organized for easy reference.
The work combines natural history with hands-on guidance. It aims to help readers identify insects in their various forms, understand how they develop, and apply effective remedies to curb their ravages. Rich with examples drawn from common crops and landscape plants, the book serves as both a field reference and a starting point for integrated pest management.
- Plain descriptions that help you recognize insects by appearance, life stages, and habits.
- Practical guidance on selecting remedies to prevent or reduce damage to crops and ornamentals.
- Scope that covers insects found in New England and across much of the United States.
- A broad index of species and plant associations to aid quick lookup in the field.
Ideal for gardeners, farmers, and students of entomology seeking a reliable, readable manual on plant-dree insects and their control.