Pima County Public Library: Garden Talk – Beneficial Insects and the Basics of IPM

Ladybugs are iconic but they are just one piece of the vibrant tapestry of beneficial insects that grace Tucson gardens. From parasitic wasps to graceful hoverflies there is a fascinating world of helpers protecting your plants. We’ll focus on identification, their distinctive characteristics and preferred prey, as well as practical strategies for inviting these allies into your integrated pest management plan. Presented by Pima County Master Gardeners from the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension.