Organic Control of Stink Bugs

If you want a safe organic pest control for stink bugs there are many options available. Often times people immediately turn to some sort of toxic spray which kills all bugs on contact and destroys whole colonies of eggs. The problem with this is it can be harmful to pets, children, yourself, and the environment.

Stink bugs are a generally harmless bug if left un-agitated. When agitated it lets off a odor hence it's name "stink bug". They are often attracted by light and this can cause a huge problem if you happen to live in prime breeding grounds. They do not bite so don't be alarmed if you see mass amounts of these guys hanging around your windows and doors.

The problem with spraying these bugs is that they will eventually come back if they are attracted to your lights. Thankfully there are other solutions than living in the dark forever. If you have lived in your home for several years and this is the first time that you are seeing a good deal of stink bugs around your home you may just want to consider using a mild detergent spray around your doors and windows. While this will deter other useful bugs it will be a quick easy fix.

If you are looking for organic pest control for stink bugs for long term use I would suggest one of the following methods.

One of the best ways to insure that those pesky stink bugs won't be coming back year after year is to do them a favor. Why not try planting them a small garden. There are several plants which attract stink bugs. By planting these plants in a small spot away from your home you will be diverting the stink bugs away with out killing other potentially good bugs.

The best plant to grow for your stink bug pals is the sunflower. The stink bugs love the huge flowers and are attracted by its reflective bright petals. Sunflower gardens are extremely pretty and can be beautiful into the late fall by planting several varieties. Often times you can find sunflower seed pack variates packaged together. Simply throw seeds down on plot and water!

Adding a solar garden lamp to your sunflower garden is also a great organic pest control for stink bugs. This garden will be like a mini vacation home for your stink bugs so make sure it is far enough away from your home.

On another note if you have any sunflowers growing near your home you may want to think about cutting these down. Often times bird feeders will sprout up small sunflowers which can attract stink bugs. Place bird feeders away from the house if this is the case.

Many gardeners choose to plant herbs close to their home not only for convince but also to deter bugs. Many types of bugs do not like the pungent odor of herbs. Specifically for the stink bug try planting mint or garlic around your home.

If you are ambitious you can take this one step further and plant an entire her garden. There are several wonderful landscaping plans online which include herb gardens. With the number of benefits from planting an herb garden it is definitely worth your while to invest in this method of organic pest control for stink bugs.