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August 7, 2018February 6, 2019Pest Management

Garden Pests: How to Manage Squash Vine Borers in Your Garden

Squash vine borers are the larvae of a bright orange wasp-like moth that has 2 black and 2 transparent wings. It lays the eggs that are born into larvae inside the stem of the plant. The larvae feed inside the stem near the base of the plant and can kill a plant in a matter of days.

July 28, 2018February 5, 2019Pest Management

How to: Manage Cucumber Beetles in Your Garden

Cucumber beetles look similar to ladybugs. They can either be spotted or striped with yellow and black coloring. The adults feed on stems, foliage, and flowers. The larvae weaken the plant by feeding on the roots. They also spread bacterial wilt and squash mosaic virus.