Why Perimeter Pest Sprays Undermine Organic Lawn Programs and How to Build a Beneficial Insect Habitat Instead

Terminix & Similar Sprays

Perimeter treatments kill beneficial insects that naturally control pests. They damage the organic soil food web.

Charlotte's Termite Experience

40 years ago: Terminex for termites. Since then: cedar bark mulch over entire yard + 2-inch wide, 1-inch high cedar mulch band around foundation. No termites since. Cedar oil on dead stump eliminated residual termites in 2 days.

Building a Beneficial Ecosystem

• Chemical-free yard → beneficials establish.
• Introduce purchased beneficial insects (nurseries, online: ghorganics.com).
• Cedar mulch repels many pests.

Dogs/Cats

Not addressed in detail; focus on habitat management.