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European Crane Fly

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Only a fraction of the insects species that make our lawns teem with life actually cause damage. Pesticides can kill both beneficial and harmful insects in your lawn. Natural lawn and garden care practices to increase the health and pest resistance of your lawn should help eliminate pesticides as an option. Being aware of your […]

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Ground Covers

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Grass is high maintenance compared to some other landscape alternatives. Grass will provide its greatest benefits where it can be used for its best functions, such as the high traffic and recreational areas of your yard. Other areas can be maintained in greenery by substituting turf for a wide variety of low growing ground covers. […]

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Homemade Pest Control Recipes

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Homemade Pest Control Recipes: Insects & Solutions Insect RepellentCompanion Plant e.g. Plant marigolds around tomatoes and cabbages. Garlic and onions will also discourage insects. AntsEncircle ant burrow opening with a line of red chili powder, paprika, or dried peppermint leaves. AphidsMix garlic and green onions in a blender; strain; add soap flakes to the liquid. […]

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Welcome

Naturally Hamilton is an education program created out of collaboration between the City of Hamilton and Green Venture that offers citizens practical information and resources to help them reduce or eliminate the cosmetic use of pesticides on lawns and gardens.

Hamilton Pesticide Bylaw

Contact the City of Hamilton at 905-546-CITY for information on:

  • Pesticide Bylaw
  • Compliance & Complaints
  • Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA)
  • Proper Use of Pesticides & other Regulations

Natural Gardening Questions

Answers to your gardening questions are just a phone call away.

Safely Disposing of Pesticides

When it comes to disposal, Pesticides are treated as Haszardous Waste. Take unused or outdated pesticides to your local Hazardous Waste Depot. Hamilton residence visit: Household Hazardous Waste Depot, The Hotz Group of Companies 239 Lottridge Street Hamilton, Ont. Canada L8L 6W1

Recent Posts

  • Avoid Combination Fertilizers – “Weed and Feed” Products
  • Chinch Bugs
  • European Crane Fly
  • Ground Covers
  • Homemade Pest Control Recipes

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