Q.Ants in My Garden
What pesticide can I use to spray my garden for ants? I am a licensed tech from Massachusetts.
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Ants do not typically cause problems with the plants themselves but are generally attracted to honeydew left from other pests, like aphids. Getting rid of the offending pest will help with the ants. Neem oil is effective for most pest problems and is a safer alternative to using chemicals. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm
In the meantime, here is an article or two that you may also find helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/keeping-ants-of-flowering-vines-vegetables-and-flowers.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/get-rid-of-ants.htm
