I have the same problem with stink bugs. Pyrethrum and nicotine are
naturally occurring poisons but so what? I fail to see any real difference
between them and say Seven or malithion.
Parasites would be great, I was unaware of anything for ether pest. Any
farther information or a trail to follow would be appreciated.
Thanks
Jeff
Terra Viva Organics wrote in message
news:MOD$991231.2014@rec.gardens.ecosystems... > > You could try using pyrethrum (chrysanthemum flower extract) but you
really > need to get it in contact with the bugs themselves. The best defence may
be > to prevent the bugs from actually getting on your plants. Have you ever > used floating row covers? It will be a pain because you'll have to > hand-pollinate the squash flowers. > > Parasitic wasps and flies have been known to help control both squash and > stink bugs. If you planted alyssum or dill around your squash, you may be > able to attract these beneficial insects. > > Good luck! > > Arzeena > ------------------------ > Terra Viva Organics > Your organic gardening resource > www.tvorganics.com > Sign-up for our free monthly newsletter at > http://www.tvorganics.com/main.cfm?action=showNewsletterTips > ------------------------ > > JOE D`APOLITO wrote in message > news:MOD$991227.13346@rec.gardens.ecosystems... > > > > Does anyone have a tried and true method of getting rid of these > > "stinkers" from the garden? Lately we have not had a hard enough freeze > > here in Kansas to kill them out and they decimated my garden last year!! > > I only do organic methods as I have small children and a vegetarian > > black lab. > > > > >