Although we love the natural world, we don't really love it when it starts attacking our veggies just as they begin to thrive. There is nothing as disappointing as going out to check your crops in the ...

A row of crops being protected by insect netting - Thomas Faull/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Ask any gardener who their nemesis is, and they will probably ...

Although red netting generally isn't used, a 2015 study showed that when crops were irradiated with red light, pest insects known as onion thrips (Thrips tabaci) tended to stay away from the plants.

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Although we love the natural world, we don't really love it when it starts attacking our veggies just as they begin to thrive.

Insect pests in your garden can be a challenge, especially if you're trying not to use pesticides. Installing insect netting at the right time can help.