Kicking the Hornet’s Nest: an Up-Close Look at an Unpopular Insect
2024 iLandscape Show Education Sessions
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51m
Many gardeners and landscapers view wasps, hornets, and yellowjackets as a dangerous, aggressive, and frightening antagonist to the beauty and function of their landscape. In this talk, David sheds insight into the vast ecologically important services wasps carry out in gardens; from pollination to pest control. He will also give tips and tricks for how to encourage wasps to be a friend in the garden while keeping them from areas they may pose a threat.
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