Earwig Attractants in Your Garden and How to Avoid Them

A close-up of an earwig insect with long antennae, brown body, and pincers at the rear, resting on a green leaf—an example often targeted in Ecogenpest integrated pest management by Ecogen.

Earwigs are one of those pests that gardeners often underestimate until they notice their plants suffering from ragged leaves, chewed blossoms, and damaged seedlings. Known for their pincers, these nocturnal insects are opportunistic feeders that thrive in moist, shaded, and debris-filled environments. While they play a small role in breaking down organic matter, large earwig […]