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When most people think of insects, they likely envision something harmful that needs to be eradicated, especially when gardening.
But 99 percent of all insects in gardens are actually beneficial, according to Master Gardener Laura Heldreth.
Beneficial bugs
Master Gardener Laura Heldreth teaches others how insects can help create a healthy, balanced garden
- By Danielle Frost
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March 29, 2016 10:23 am
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Life
Bees and bumblebees are pollinators, and essential to have in a growing garden. (Photo by Laura Heldreth)
Master Gardener Laura Heldreth will give a presentation on Beneficial Insects at the Camas Library. "Most people don't realize that 99 percent of bugs in our gardens are beneficial. They are not the enemy." (Contributed photo)
This praying mantis, a beneficial insect, was found in the Hazel Dell Elementary School garden during the summer.
Ladybugs, which are considered predators, are beneficial to gardens because they eat aphids, a common pest. (Photo by Laura Heldreth)
Spiders are garden predators, and protect plants by trapping pests and eating them. (Photo by Laura Heldreth)
Heldreth inspects oregano plants at the 78th Street Heritage Farm in Vancouver. The master gardener volunteers her time there, along with several others.
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