Carrot rust fly (Psila rosae)

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The larvae of the carrot rust fly is a harmful garden pest. The adult fly lays its eggs on the carrot plant at soil level and then the larvae burrow in and eat the carrot root. They can be controlled by planting between larvae seasons, using a floating row cover or growing the Fly away variety of carrot.

Biological insect control, Diseases and pests, Carrots, Fly control

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18 nifty ways to negate slugs and snails

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Ingenious ways to control slugs and snails include collecting them from under boards or from gardens at night, putting down sharp substances such as diatomaceous earth, or chestnut hulls, and repelling them with coffee grounds, copper, or cocoanut-oil based Slug Stop. Even ducks are helpful.

Snails

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Flowers that snub slugs?

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Slugs, or snails that destroy plants and flowers, can be controlled by planting resistant flowers. There are at least 36 varieties including alyssum, poppies, phlox and zinnia.

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