The Top Ten Garden Pests
July 13, 2010 by Linda
Filed under Pests & Diseases
According to the RHS the following are the top ten garden pests in the UK. Click on the links at the end to find out more from the pages of the Royal Horticultural Society:
Slugs and snails tend to be the number one problem in our gardens. Most damage happens during Spring and Autumn when seedlings, vegetables and ornamental plants are destroyed. More on slugs and snails.
Harlequin Ladybird is a foreign ladybird and was unknown in Britain until 2004. Since then it has spread quickly throughout the UK eating native laybirds and other aphid predators as it goes. It is of some benefit to gardeners as it eats greenfly and other aphids.
Lily Beetles eat the leaves of both lillies and fritillaries causing severe defoliation. More on lily beetle.
Vine Weevils eat notches out of the leaves of a wide range of herbaceous plants and shrubs. The larvae feed on plant roots ultimately killing the plant. Vine Weevils especially attack plants grown in pots and containers. More on vine weevil.
Chafer Grubs are the larvae of a number of chafer beetles. They mostly cause damage in lawns where the grubs eat the roots of the grass. A lot of damage is also caused when animals such as foxes and crows rip up turf to feed on the grubs. More on chafer grubs.
Viburnum Beetle larvae damage foliage of Viburnums during May and June. The adult beetles eat the leaves in late summer.
Pear Leaf Blister Mite is a microscopic mite which lives inside the foliage of pear trees. They cause pink or green blisters on the foliage during Spring and by mid-Summer the affected parts of the leaves turn black.
Ants cause very little direct damage to plants but the action of excavating their nests can cause a problem in lawns, flower beds and patios. They are most common in sunny gardens with well drained soils. More on ants.
Rabbits eat the foliage of many low-growing plants and vegetables. They can also damage the bark of trees. More on rabbits.
Capsid Bugs suck sap from the shoots and flower buds of a wide range of herbaceous plants and shrubs causing leaves and flowers to emerge distorted. More on capsid bugs.
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Rearguard
For the prevention of blowfly strike (Lucilia sericata) in domestic rabbits for 10 weeks after dosing.
£14.13 Petmeds
Regumate Equine 0.22% – 1 litre
In mares with significant follicular activity during the transitional period between seasonal anoestrus and in the breeding season
£113.24 Petmeds
Regumate Equine 0.22% – 150ml
In mares with significant follicular activity during the transitional period between seasonal anoestrus and in the breeding season
£30.61 Petmeds
Regumate Porcine
For the synchronisation of oestrus and improvement of litter size in sexually mature gilts
£42.55 Petmeds
Rilexine Tablets – Singles:300mg
Rilexine can be dispensed in any quantity. Enter the number your prescription permits into the ‘Quantity’ box.
£0.59 Petmeds
Rilexine Tablets – Singles:600mg
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£0.8 Petmeds
Rilexine Tablets – Singles:75mg
Rilexine can be dispensed in any quantity. Enter the number your prescription permits into the ‘Quantity’ box.
£0.37 Petmeds
Rimadyl 2.4g Granules
Rimadyl Granules are a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic properties.
£62.22 Petmeds
Rimadyl Palatable Tablets (Large Brown):100mg
Rimadyl is for analgesia and reduction of chronic inflammation. View more details, then add the number of rimadyl tablets you rquire
£0.8 Petmeds
Rimadyl Palatable Tablets (Large Brown):20mg
Rimadyl is for analgesia and reduction of chronic inflammation. View more details, then add the number of rimadyl tablets you rquire
£0.29 Petmeds
Rimadyl Palatable Tablets (Large Brown):50mg
Rimadyl is for analgesia and reduction of chronic inflammation. View more details, then add the number of rimadyl tablets you rquire
£0.52 Petmeds
Rimadyl Singles (Small White):20mg
For analgesia and reduction of chronic inflammation
£0.35 Petmeds
Rimadyl Singles (Small White):50mg
For analgesia and reduction of chronic inflammation
£0.62 “Petmeds
Rimifin 50mg
Non steroid antiinflammatory drug which contains carprofen Carprofen can reduce inflammation and paon caused by musculo-skeletal disorders and degenerative joint disease. It can also be used as a follow up parenteral analgesia in the management of post-operative pain
£0.38” Petmeds
Rispoval 4
For active immunisation of cattle to reduce infection, clinical signs and respiratory disease
£37.66 Petmeds
Rispoval RS
For the immunisation of cattle against RSV disease.
£26.56 Petmeds
Ronaxan Tablets – 100mg
For the treatment of respiratory tract infections in cats and dogs, including rhinitis, tonsillitis, bronchopneumonia and feline respiratory disease.
£0.85 Petmeds
Ronaxan Tablets – 20mg
For the treatment of respiratory tract infections in cats and dogs, including rhinitis, tonsillitis, bronchopneumonia and feline respiratory disease.
£0.42 Petmeds
Rotavec Corona – 10ml
For the active immunisation of pregnant cows and heifers to raise antibodies against E. coli adhesin F5 (K99) antigen, rotavirus and coronavirus.
£53.22 Petmeds
Rotavec Corona – 40ml
For the active immunisation of pregnant cows and heifers to raise antibodies against E. coli adhesin F5 (K99) antigen, rotavirus and coronavirus.
£207.81
Pet Prescriptions A
ACP Tablets-10mg
ACP Tablets-10mg
£0.13 Petmeds
ACP Tablets-25mg
ACP Tablets-25mg
£0.16 Petmeds
Advantage 100 for Dogs
For the prevention and treatment of flea infestations on dogs.
£12.65 Petmeds
Advantage 250 for Dogs
For the prevention and treatment of flea infestations on dogs.
£13.03 Petmeds
Advantage 400 for Dogs
For the prevention and treatment of flea infestations on dogs.
£12.72 Petmeds
Advantage 80 for Cats
For the prevention and treatment of flea infestations on cats.
£12.59 Petmeds
Advantage for Small Cats, Dogs, and Rabbits
For the prevention and treatment of flea infestations on cats, dogs and rabbits.
£12.13 Petmeds
Advantix 100 for Dogs
For the treatment and prevention of flea (Ctenocephalides canis, Ctenocephalides felis) infestations in dogs only.
£15.54 Petmeds
Advantix 250 for Dogs
For the treatment and prevention of flea (Ctenocephalides canis, Ctenocephalides felis) infestations in dogs only.
£16.76 Petmeds
Advantix 40 for Dogs
For the treatment and prevention of flea (Ctenocephalides canis, Ctenocephalides felis) infestations in dogs only.
£13.93 Petmeds
Advantix 400 for Dogs
For the treatment and prevention of flea (Ctenocephalides canis, Ctenocephalides felis) infestations in dogs only.
£17.06 Petmeds
Advocate Large Cat (4-8kg) – 3 Pipettes
For the treatment and prevention of flea infestation, treatment of ear mite infestation and prevention of heartworm disease
£13.49 Petmeds
Advocate Large Cat (4-8kg) – 6 Pipettes
Advocate Large Cat (4-8kg) – 6 Pipettes
£24.55 Petmeds
Advocate Large Dog (10-25kg)
For the treatment and prevention of flea infestation, treatment of ear mite infestation and prevention of heartworm disease
£16.59 Petmeds
Advocate Medium Dog (4-10kg)
For the treatment and prevention of flea infestation, treatment of ear mite infestation and prevention of heartworm disease
£15.24 Petmeds
Advocate Small Cat (
For the treatment and prevention of flea infestation, treatment of ear mite infestation and prevention of heartworm disease
£12.94 Petmeds
Advocate Small Cat (
Advocate Small Cat – 6 pipettes
£25.82 Petmeds
Advocate Small Dog (
For the treatment and prevention of flea infestation, treatment of ear mite infestation and prevention of heartworm disease
£13.67 Petmeds
Advocate XL Dog (25-40kg)
For the treatment and prevention of flea infestation, treatment of ear mite infestation and prevention of heartworm disease
£21.85 Petmeds
Alamycin 10 Injection
Oxytetracycline is active against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative pathogenic bacteria, certain rickettsia and the larger viruses. Alamycin 10% Injection is indicated in the treatment of a wide range of common systemic, respiratory and local infections caused by or associated with o…
£17.69 Petmeds
Alamycin Aerosol
Oxytetracycline is active against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative pathogenic bacteria, certain rickettsia and the larger viruses. Alamycin 10% Injection is indicated in the treatment of a wide range of common systemic, respiratory and local infections caused by or associated with o…
£7.37 Petmeds
Alamycin LA Injection
Oxytetracycline is active against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative pathogenic bacteria, certain rickettsia and the larger viruses. Alamycin 10% Injection is indicated in the treatment of a wide range of common systemic, respiratory and local infections caused by or associated with o…
£12.35 Petmeds
Aludex
Aludex is used to treat local and generalised demodectic mange, sarcoptic mange and cheyletiellosis (unlicensed use) in dogs.
£13.51 Petmeds
Antirobe Capsules:150mg
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£0.77 Petmeds
Antirobe Capsules:25mg
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£0.29 Petmeds
Antirobe Capsules:300mg
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£1.25 Petmeds
Antirobe Capsules:75mg
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£0.45 Petmeds
Antisedan
Atipamezole is a selective alpha-2 adrenergic receptor antagonist which is capable of reversing the sedative and analgesic effects of medetomidine (Domitor™) in dogs and cats. It also reverses all other effects of medetomidine, such as the cardiovascular and respiratory effects.
£104.3 Petmeds
Atopica Capsules – 15 x 100mg
Atopica is used for the treatment of chronic manifestations of atopic dermatitis in dogs.
£45.63 Petmeds
Atopica Capsules – 15 x 10mg
Atopica is used for the treatment of chronic manifestations of atopic dermatitis in dogs.
£14.18 Petmeds
Atopica Capsules – 15 x 25mg
Atopica is used for the treatment of chronic manifestations of atopic dermatitis in dogs.
£14.75 Petmeds
Atopica Capsules – 15 x 50mg
Atopica is used for the treatment of chronic manifestations of atopic dermatitis in dogs.
£26.31 Petmeds
Aureomycin Ophthalmic Ointment – 3.5gm
Aureomycin Ophthalmic Ointment is recommended for the treatment of New Forest Disease (Moraxella bovis infection) in cattle. For the treatment of ocular infections in cats and dogs.
£3.09 Petmeds
Aureomycin Soluble Powder – 225g
Chlortetracycline is a widely used antibiotic, effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
£12.87 Petmeds
Aurizon Ear Treatment – 10ml
For use in dogs for the treatment of otitis external of both bacterial and fungal origin – respectively due to bacteria sensitive to marbofloxacin, and fungi sensitive to clotrimazole. Use of the product should be based on susceptibility testing.
£7.26 Petmeds
Aurizon Ear Treatment – 20ml
For use in dogs for the treatment of otitis external of both bacterial and fungal origin – respectively due to bacteria sensitive to marbofloxacin, and fungi sensitive to clotrimazole. Use of the product should be based on susceptibility testing.
£12.36 Petmeds
Auroto Ear Drops – 10ml
Auroto Ear Drops are indicated for the treatment of otitis externa associated with bacteria, fungi, and ear mites in dogs and cats.
£4.12
Are Cordylines Poisonous?
Question:
I have two very special rabbits that exercise in the back garden. They are attracted to my Cordylines. Are these poisonous to rabbits? Your help is very much appreciated.
Answer:
I can’t find anything to suggest that Cordylines are poisonous to rabbits. However, I wouldn’t think it would do them any good to eat it in large amounts so you may want to find a way to keep them away from them if they are out for a long period of time.
Rabbit proof plants
Question:
Could you give me the names of some plants that the local rabbit population won’t eat as whatever I seem to plant becomes their latest delicacy?
Answer:
Thank you for your message regarding rabbit proof plants. No plant is really rabbit proof but they do tend to dislike very aromatic plants, plants that ooze sap, prickly plants, plants with spines, or plants with tough leathery leaves. I have found a useful website with a list of such plants http://www.complete-gardens.co.uk/online/online-gardening-plant-solutions-category.php?cat=15&sub_cat=15
