They eat my tamato plants up and my Bell pepper plants any one know a way to get rid of them without harming my plants. I've had this problem for two years now.. Thanks.. and if you have no idea not leave me a messege!. Thanks
2006-09-13 07:53:03 · 5 answers · asked by amber22davis 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Garden & Landscape
Do you mean Tomato Horn Worm?? The big guy with a "horn" on his tail? If so, a paper collar around the base of your plants helps by preventing them from climbing the plant at night.
Hand picking is a great methd too - but you have to go out there when they are visiting.
2006-09-13 08:03:42 · answer #1 · answered by Barbados Chick 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I take a pair of pruners into the garden and cut them in half.
The most difficult part is seeing them, they are the best camouflaged animal i have seen. Hint, start by finding a missing plant part, they are very aware, and will freeze if they see you coming. You need to look very carefully.
Look for their little rectangular droppings, sometimes that helps.
I suggest you do NOT attempt to pick them with your fingers. Their saliva will sting your eyes.
good luck!
DLZ
2006-09-13 17:11:47 · answer #2 · answered by disco legend zeke 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A product called B(acillis) T(huringensis). It's organic and only kills worms.
2006-09-13 22:37:43 · answer #3 · answered by rmnative111 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
soapy water and put it around the base of the plants, then pull them off.
2006-09-13 15:00:13 · answer #4 · answered by Sandi A 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Smoke'em.
2006-09-13 15:02:39 · answer #5 · answered by Snogood 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋