Question For Today: How Do You Protect Your Tomatoes From Harmful Insects?

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I take great pride in growing my own produce during the summer months. Being able to eat homegrown vegetables or fruit that are not chemically treated is healthier, in addition to tasting better than store bought. And it will cost you much less than shopping around for a decent price. One problem I do encounter though, is the invasion of larvae and other insects which can destroy my tomato crop and other veggies I grow. One method I read about to repel these pests is to plant certain types of flowers/plants near your veggies or fruits. A few I discovered were marigolds, basil, garlic, and sage. There are other methods one can use to protect your veggies/fruits. Here are a few suggestions: -Hand picking the insects off the leaves as you discover them and throwing them in a bucket of soapy water. -Attracting birds to your garden area. Birds eat a tremendous amount of insects and installing a feeder can prove beneficial. -Using a homemade pesticide spray to keep pests off your tomato crop. Suggestions can be found online. An easy one is a soapy spray. Mix 1 tablespoon of mild liquid soap with water in a quart spray bottle. Have you tried any of these suggestions above? Or have you found a method not listed here that works that you could share with us? How do you ward off those pests? Sources- www.purewow.com & www.greenmoxie.com Photo- almanac.com