There is more to organic gardening than just not using pesticides. Home gardening research is indicating that organic methods to control diseases and insects in our gardens are effective.  These scientifically researched methods of gardening result in a more diverse population of plants and beneficial insects than the highly damaging synthetic chemical use of the 50 years ago. Organic alternatives to almost every synthetic herbicide or pesticide exist and will help, but the way we garden influences the need for controls. We will discuss companion planting, crop rotation, watering methods and which beneficial insects we want to encourage into our gardens.