Search results
Common Name: Squash vine borer. Scientific Name: Melittia calabaza. Order: Lepidoptera. Description: The day flying adults are primarily orange and black superficially resembling a wasp. The forewings are covered with metallic olive-brown scales. The hind wings are mostly clear with a brown edge.
31 maj 2023 · Squash vine borers are a common, destructive pest that can kill countless squash plants during the summer growing season. In this article, you’ll find out how to identify squash vine borers AND how to prevent them or stop them from killing your squash plants using organic methods.
20 cze 2024 · When your squash plants are suddenly struggling, it may be the work of a squash vine borer. If caught early, it’s possible to save the plant. Learn how to prevent, control, and get rid of this squash plant pest.
11 lip 2017 · Ready to get rid of vine borers for good? Prevention is the best cure! Replant now, and use this simple method to outsmart the vine borers.
18 cze 2024 · Squash vine borer is a stealthy pest. Even though you can clearly see the adults flying around, it is the larvae that invisibly bore into the stem of squash plants and ruin your pumpkin and squash harvest dreams. But don't despair, we’ll explain the squash vine borer lifecycle and the most common prevention tips to ensure a healthy harvest.
16 lip 2024 · You can find squash vine borers inside of the stems, vines, or even the fruits of any type of cucurbit plant, including summer and winter squash, pumpkins, cucumbers, melons, and gourds. Getting rid of squash vine borers can take some work, but it’s worth it to save your plants.
Squash vine borer (Melitta curcurbitae) is a garden pest that destroys squash plants and is almost impossible to stop once it has gotten inside a squash vine, but there are smart, organic gardening practices you can adopt to prevent this pest from ever becoming a problem.
