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We have an issue with young radishes being pulled out of the ground and layed on the surface roots and all without the plant being eaten, whats up with that.. it happening in the greenhouse???voles wouldn’t they eat the plant??? wire worms???noo they would take the root… Birds? attacking insects and pulling up the plant….?
get back to me
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lars Reply:
March 22nd, 2010 at 4:06 pm
@Theodore,
Any chance it could be white grubs, a different kind of grub, or mole crickets?
http://ipm.ncsu.edu/vegetables/pests_vegetables.html
I’m stumped with this one!
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Hello,
What is a good way to get rid of ticks? I live in Virginia where Lyme disease is a real problem. We have a ton of ticks in our yard because the deer come through it. I would like to stop using harsh pesticides to rid them.
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I’m not sure how large your yard is, but here are some things that can help:
Try an organic pest control yard spray. They make them that hook up to the hose and you apply to your yard. Here’s one that’s for all kind of yard pests: Yard Insect Spray.
Remove tick traps. You know the spots ticks love. We have a pine tree that sheds tons of needles. If I don’t get them up, you can pretty much just thinking of walking past the needles and end up with a tick on you.
Try guineas. They aren’t very cute pets, and sometimes a little noisy. But, they are great for getting rid of ticks.
Also, if a tick attaches to you, make sure to save it in a sealed plastic bag. Write the date on the bag, too. If you have any symptoms in the next few weeks, you have the tick for the doctors to identify and test. Sounds gross, but it’s a great tip!
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I have something attacking most of my basil, eggplants and bell pepper plants. They’ve only been planted for about three weeks, but I’m seeing small holes in the foliage. Any idea who my plant eater is?
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Cath Reply:
June 29th, 2010 at 9:58 pm
@Mary,
I have the same problem! What can we do??
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how did the white worm get into my peaches? and how can i keep it from happening again ?
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Striped cucumber beetles took over my daisies last summer
I cut everything back in the fall, cleared out all debris and thought perhaps I had gotten rid of them until my daisies began to wilt over the weekend, and I’ve noticed the beetles on my plants. I read what you’ve posted about preventing cucumber beetles, but what do I do now that I have them again? Please, please, please HELP!!! Many thanks.
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Hi, I have something eating my pumpkin leaves. It looks like one of the big pictures you have on all your pages that changes everytime it refreshes. Anyway, what is it and how do I get rid of it? I have also seen tiny grasshoppers and they are eating my squash plants, I have not found a good organic solution to these, any help?
Thanks,
Kristen
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How to get rid of ground squirrels without poison?
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what could be eating the leaves (stipping down to stalk) marigolds? I always thought bugs didn’t like the smell of marigolds?
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Hi!
I heard that I can use soapy water to get rid of the aphids on my tomato plants, is this true? Will it harm the plants? I am low on funds, does anyone have any home-made pest control ideas for my veggie garden? I would appriciate any tips!
Thanks!
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lars Reply:
June 27th, 2010 at 1:42 pm
@Steph
Yes, you can use soapy water.
Here’s a good guide: http://forums2.gardenweb.com/forums/load/cornucop/msg0713452428664.html
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can u buy ladybugs anywhere??
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lars Reply:
August 27th, 2010 at 3:15 pm
@boyd,
You can order them online from many sources, and they’ll ship them right to your doorstep.
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HI! I HAVE A CUCUMBER BEETLE PROBLEM. I STARTED A NEW GARDEN AND HAD BEAUTIFUL CUCUMBERS AND PLANTS. I STARTED TO MULCH WITH LAWN CLIPPINGS AND I FOUND THE BEETLE AND IT LIKED MY PLANTS. DID THEY COME FROM THE LAWN CLIPPINGS. THE PLANTS DIED. ANY INFORMATION PLEASE. THANK YOU GERTRUDE RANDALL
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lars Reply:
August 27th, 2010 at 3:16 pm
@gertrude randall,
I like Spinosad for most garden insect and worm pests:
http://www.cleanairgardening.com/spinosad-yard.html
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I’ve got a VERY serious infestation of worms. They’ve completely decimated my broccoli almost overnight, and are starting to tear into my tomatoes, brussel sprouts, and corn.
Any suggestions? All I know is that there’s two pests I can find: Some kind of caterpillar worm (which turns into white or yellow butterflies, judging by the amount around the area) and these tiny, very hard to see with the naked eye little bugs that bore holes in my tomatoes.
I need some help, quick and bad! Save my garden!
(I refuse to use non-organic pesticides.)
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lars Reply:
August 27th, 2010 at 3:14 pm
@Janglur
Spinosad works great on insects and worms. It is organic, and I consider it safe and non-toxic.
This is what I used on a Tomato hornworm infestation with total success.
http://www.cleanairgardening.com/spinosad-yard.html
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