A squash vine borer is a type of moth (Melittia cucurbitae) whose larvae can cause significant damage to squash, pumpkins, and other cucurbit plants. Here's some key information about them and prevention methods:

About squash vine borers:
- The adult moth lays eggs at the base of susceptible plants
- Larvae hatch and bore into the stem, feeding inside and disrupting water and nutrient flow
- Affected plants often wilt suddenly and may die

Prevention methods:

1. Crop rotation: Don't plant cucurbits in the same area year after year.

2. Timing: Plant early or late to avoid peak egg-laying periods.

3. Physical barriers:
- Use row covers until flowering begins
- Wrap stems with foil or nylon stockings

4. Soil management:
- Till soil in fall to destroy overwintering pupae
- Mulch around plant bases

5. Vigilant monitoring:
- Check plants regularly for eggs or entry holes
- Remove and destroy any infected plant parts

6. Companion planting: Grow repellent plants like nasturtiums or radishes nearby

7. Chemical controls:
- Apply appropriate insecticides to plant bases (follow label instructions)
- Use pheromone traps to monitor adult moth populations

8. Choose resistant varieties: Some squash varieties are less susceptible

9. Inject stems: Use Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis) as a biological control

10. Encourage natural predators: Attract birds and beneficial insects to your garden

Would you like more details on any of these prevention methods or about the squash vine borer's life cycle?

@TheGardenFamily has a really great summary of what they are
[ Ссылка ]


Here at Urban Harvest we aim to make gardening relatable, enjoyable and affordable; so that we can create our own yard to plate pathway!🍎🥭🍐

Get out & grow something!
.
#urbanharvest #urbangardening #urbanhomesteading #zone8a #texasgardening #northtexasgardening


⚠️ "DISCLAIMER:⚠️
This video description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of those product
links I will receive a small commission. This is one way you can support this channel at no extra
cost to you. Thanks for your support! ⚠️
📧 For Business Inquiries 📧

Mail: urbanharvestdallas@gmail.com

timestamp
0:00 intro
:34 my vining plants
:50 what are squash vine borers
1:26 my first method to getting rid of squash vine borers is to start them indoors
1:40 my first method to getting rid of squash vine borers is to lay down fabric and mulch
2:00 my first method to getting rid of squash vine borers is to cover the stem with paint of or foil

свернуть