The Annoying Buzz of Summer

Through their stinging and generally annoying behaviour, wasps manage to earn themselves a pretty bad press, but it is important to remember that they are a vital part of your garden’s natural balance.  They feed on small insects that might otherwise wreak havoc amongst your plants. 

That said, having a garden full of wasps is no fun for anyone so, to encourage your wasps to go elsewhere follow these simple tips:

·         Ensure that dustbins have tight-fitting lids, and keep them closed!

·         Keep food and drinks covered

·         Pack away unfinished foods, clear up food debris and wipe down spillages

·         Clear fallen fruit from your garden

·         A professional pest controller can advise on the effective use of outdoor wasp traps

·         If you think you have a wasp nest in your home or garden arrange to have it removed professionally before it becomes a nuisance

 

And what not to do! 

Wasp venom contains an alarm pheromone.  This means that when a wasp has stung something or been killed, other wasps will become more aggressive.  So remember, there may be a ‘sting in the tail’ for you upon pelting that pesky wasp with your rolled-up newspaper!

 

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