The Hidden Dangers of Insecticides in Nursery Plant Root Balls Gardeners and landscapers increasingly seek environmentally friendly alternatives to chemical pesticides.
However, a hidden danger lurking beneath the surface has come into focus: insecticide use in nursery plant root balls.
These small bundles of soil and roots are the starting point for countless plants that will eventually end up in gardens, parks, and other green spaces, but they also pose a significant risk to beneficial insects and ecosystems.