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Subject: Re: squash bugs/stinkbugs
From: "Jeff" <rabbit@cookeville.com>
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Date: Tue, 04 Jan 00 01:29:13
Message-ID: <MOD$000103.10944@rec.gardens.ecosystems>
References: <MOD$991227.13346@rec.gardens.ecosystems> <MOD$991231.2014@rec.gardens.ecosystems>



I have the same problem with stink bugs. Pyrethrum and nicotine are
naturally occurring poisons but so what? I fail to see any real difference
between them and say Seven or malithion.

Parasites would be great, I was unaware of anything for ether pest. Any
farther information or a trail to follow would be appreciated.

Thanks
Jeff
Terra Viva Organics wrote in message
news:MOD$991231.2014@rec.gardens.ecosystems...
>
> You could try using pyrethrum (chrysanthemum flower extract) but you really
> need to get it in contact with the bugs themselves. The best defence may be
> to prevent the bugs from actually getting on your plants. Have you ever
> used floating row covers? It will be a pain because you'll have to
> hand-pollinate the squash flowers.
>
> Parasitic wasps and flies have been known to help control both squash and
> stink bugs. If you planted alyssum or dill around your squash, you may be
> able to attract these beneficial insects.
>
> Good luck!
>
> Arzeena
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> JOE D`APOLITO wrote in message
> news:MOD$991227.13346@rec.gardens.ecosystems...
> >
> > Does anyone have a tried and true method of getting rid of these
> > "stinkers" from the garden? Lately we have not had a hard enough freeze
> > here in Kansas to kill them out and they decimated my garden last year!!
> > I only do organic methods as I have small children and a vegetarian
> > black lab.
> >
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