Here’s why bed bugs are unlikely to be a garden problem and what you should consider:
Bed bugs prefer indoor environments: They are adapted to live in close proximity to humans, feeding on our blood while we sleep. They seek out dark, sheltered places like mattresses, furniture, and cracks in walls.
Gardens offer unsuitable conditions: Gardens expose bed bugs to the elements, including sunlight, rain, and temperature fluctuations, which they cannot tolerate for long periods. They also lack the consistent access to human hosts that they require.
Likely culprits: If you’re seeing insects in your garden, it’s more probable that you’re dealing with other pests like:
Aphids
Spider mites
Leafhoppers
Flea beetles
Various other types of beetles.