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How to Attract Beneficial Insects and Reduce Garden Pests
If you garden anywhere along the Central Coast, from the cool, foggy plots near Pismo Beach and Morro Bay to the warmer inland pockets of Paso Robles, Atascadero, and the Salinas Valley, you already know that pests show up reliably. The good news is that nature supplies its own pest control crew. Ladybugs, lacewings, hoverflies, parasitic wasps, and predatory beetles all work around the clock to keep aphids, whiteflies, caterpillars, and mites in check. This guide explains
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