Research
Pests and the garden
Every gardener is familiar with a variety of pests. Some can be very destructive or even fatal to plants, others merely disfiguring. There is further information available in the Advice section on control of pests found in the garden.
The Entomology group at RHS Garden Wisley, also investigate pests of importance to gardeners. Current research studies continue into garden pest biology and control. Of particular interest are:
Further reading
Greenwood, P & A Halstead. 2003. Pests & diseases. London: Dorling Kindersley.