1. Ladybugs Control Harmful Pests
Ladybugs feed on soft-bodied insects like aphids, spider mites, whiteflies, and scale insects, which can devastate plants.
A single ladybug can eat up to 50 aphids a day and lay eggs near pest colonies, ensuring continuous pest control as their larvae hatch and start feeding.
2. They Promote Healthy Plant Growth
By eliminating pests that sap nutrients from your plants, ladybugs help plants grow stronger and healthier, resulting in better blooms and higher yields.
3. They Reduce the Need for Chemical Pesticides
With ladybugs in your garden, you can cut back or even eliminate the need for chemical pesticides, creating a healthier, eco-friendly garden for pollinators and beneficial insects.
How to Attract Ladybugs to Your Garden
1. Plant flowers like dill, marigolds, and cosmos, which attract ladybugs.
2. Avoid using pesticides that could harm them.
3. Provide a water source by placing a shallow dish of water with stones for them to land on.