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Newville/PA

I was wondering how do you get rid of cucumber beetles. They are crawling all over my pumpkins and plants. Any help will be appreciateed.

7/25/2001 10:35:16 PM

Western Pa.

Buzz,

Even though only a small percentage of cuke beetles carry bacterial wilt (2-5%), it only takes one of these beetles to totally destroy your plant through wilt. I spray insecticide every 7-10 days throughout the growing season, more often when the cuke beetles are in high numbers. Liquid Sevin works fine. Hope it isn't too late for you! Cuke beetles are enemy #1 in this area for giant pumpkin growers!

kilr

7/26/2001 8:02:24 AM

Kennett Square, PA

I know them well. Here in South Eastern Pa. they are my greatest nemesis. I use Diazonon and actually post the dead ones on a board infront of the patch like a fighter pilot to discourage any others (just in case they have a higher intelligence). Seriously, Diazonon works well for me ever 7 days after watering...watch the flowers, they love to hang out in there !!!!!!!!
Gary

8/2/2001 11:36:21 PM