How can I organically/naturally control pests from eating my flower gardens?

I do have some grubs (I have seen them). I also have noticed "holes" in some of my plants. I guess some sort of insect is doing that. I would like "cheaper" methods if possible.
How can I organically/naturally control pests from eating my flower gardens?
If by grubs you mean caterpillars of some kind, then B.T. is an effective organic control. You spray a dormant solution of bacteria (Bacillus thuringiensis--BT) on the plants and when the "grubs" eat them they stop feeding and then expire. It has no effect on beneficial organisms. Good luck!



http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bacillus_th...



Understanding organic controls gives the gardener many options that pose no threat to human health or to the environment in general. B.T. is one. I agree with Know that beneficial insects (and other organisms) are useful. Mantis and ladybugs are great. Nematodes attack many soft bodied organisms (like grubs). Lacewings go after all kinds of pests.



Out here in Oregon we love Territorial Seeds, started by an OSU graduate many years ago.



Here's a link to all kinds of beneficial organisms. If you search the site you'll find other organic controls too :D



http://www.territorial-seed.com/stores/1...
Reply:the most natural way is to buy some praying mantis and release them on your plants . They eat the nasty bugs that are eating your plants. Lady Bugs work too.. Go here for more information and on how to purchase some natural defenses for your garden and flowers.



http://www.growquest.com/praying_mantis_...
Reply:By using Pest controls, we can get rid of pests.
Reply:To get immediate results mix about 1 oz of dish soap and a gallon of water. Spray on your plants using a pump spray. Don't use the antibacterial. The soap is bio-degradable and will kill the live bugs and will not harm you or your plants. Once it dries it does not continue to kill bugs, it is a kill on contact. If you have bugs the next day you can spray again.
Reply:MARIGOLDS ARE VERY GOOD, INSECTS HATE THEM BECAUSE THEY ARE IN THE CITRONELLA FAMILY. I PLANT THEM WITH ALL MY GARDENS VEGETABLES FLOWERS ETC. BESIDES THEY ARE ALSO VERY PRETTY, AND WILL HELP KEEP MOSQUITOES AWAY.