Heirloom Roses Introduces Innovative Beneficial Insects Subscription for Eco-Friendly Gardening

Heirloom Roses, known for their vast collection of potted roses and perennials, has unveiled a pioneering Beneficial Insects Subscription service. This novel offering, the first of its kind for home gardeners, is designed to enhance garden health and sustainability by delivering a monthly selection of beneficial insects directly to customers' doors. It targets common garden pests, aiming for a chemical-free, beneficial insect-based approach to pest management.

The subscription operates from April to September, aligning with the growing season, and allows gardeners to start their service according to their specific growing zone. This proactive versus reactive pest management strategy offers a curated selection of beneficial insects that target a broad range of garden pests while preserving beneficial species like bees and butterflies.

Randy Green, Pest Management Specialist at Heirloom Roses, emphasizes the environmental and practical benefits of using beneficial insects over chemical sprays. The service is especially designed to make access to garden-appropriate quantities of beneficial insects feasible for individual gardeners. The selection includes varieties like Californicus and Green Lacewing Larvae, which are not only effective against pests but also harmless to humans and pets.

This subscription reflects a growing trend among gardeners towards natural, sustainable gardening practices. Heirloom Roses aims to make gardens healthier and more sustainable without the need for chemical interventions, offering a solution that benefits the environment, plants, and gardeners alike.