For the last half century, pesticides have boosted the agriculture business in many ways. Many pet owners worry about chemicals affecting the health of their pets. It has been known that the common insecticide ingredients such as 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D), atrazine and dicamba have been known to poison people and animals. Many want to find natural pesticides instead that will kill pests not their pets. Here are some natural options to grow your garden without harsh pesticides.

Natural Pesticides Alternatives

1. Native Plants- Design or re-design your garden to incorporate native plants from your region. By planting native plants that is suitable for your climate, soil, and elevation will naturally repel many common pests. 
2. Insects and Worms– Embed your plants in healthy soil replete with insects and worms. This will can help reduce the need for pesticides.
3. Compost- Incorporate composted vegetable food waste which has many nutrients that plants love. By mixing it to your soil it will give your garden a healthy boost. 
4. Organic Pesticides – Bacillus thuringiensis (“Bt”) is a bacterium that kills most leaf-eating caterpillars on trees, shrubs, flowers and vegetables. It is safe for other insects, animals and humans.
5. Insecticide Soaps– You can use pet insecticide soaps that control pet fleas and place these near the base of plants to repel insects.