Bugs We Love!
Valentine's Day is a day all about showing love, so we wanted to feature a few bugs that we love. While we normally don't like seeing pests in our homes and gardens, not all insects are bad. While you may call the best pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks when you see a creepy crawler near your home, there are a few pests that you may want to catch and release in your garden this upcoming spring. Ladybugs Ladybugs, also known as lady beetles, are a great natural pest control for gardeners. Both adult and larvae eat spider mites, mealy bugs and aphids. Most gardeners should welcome these bugs, as they can keep your garden insect free. Luckily, you can attract ladybugs by planting flowers among your vegetables. Wildflowers like dandelions and Queen Anne's lace are known for attracting ladybugs. Bees Honey bees and bumblebees are loved for their ability to pollinate. Many vegetables and fruit trees need to be pollinated by bees in order to produce. Honey bee...