Scared of Garden Pests? Here’s How to Handle Them Organically
Sep 16, 2025Summer garden pests like aphids, squash vine borers, spider mites, and tomato hornworms can destroy your harvest overnight. But here’s the truth: you don’t need to fear pests—and you definitely don’t need harsh sprays to control them.
In this episode of Grow with Vibrant Rainbow Gardens, I’ll teach you how to identify four of the most common summer pests, the organic pest control strategies I actually use in my Houston garden, and how to know when to intervene and when to let nature do its thing.
You’ll also discover why most big-box garden sprays do more harm than good, how beneficial bugs like bees, wasps, birds, and spiders can become your garden allies, and why a simple garden journal can make you a more confident gardener.
If you’ve ever felt nervous about bugs in your garden—or avoided gardening altogether because of them—this episode will give you the knowledge, mindset, and tools to move past the fear and grow with confidence.
Links & Resources:
- 🍅 Enroll in the Succession Planting Masterclass
- 📥 Grab the free Houston Planting Calendar → https://www.vibrantrainbowgardens.com/podcastcalendar
- 💬Email me to book a Garden Coaching Session
