Whats eating my ladies?

JohnnyCream

JohnnyCream

Member
The only thing I've found so far are these little green grasshoppers blending in with the branches. Ill find one or two occasionally, but I check on these plants daily and every time I look it seems like they're getting more and more eaten up. Any suggestions?

15997824882755688462733074578020.jpg15997825421385169177628988609665.jpg15997825741263944773978418858725.jpg
 
I had that issue with grasshoppers and catapillars when I grew outdoors also.
My solution was a small amount of Neem Oil and a bug proof mesh netting. Pick all the grasshoppers and or catapillars off first though before utilizing a net
 
JohnnyCream said:
I have a pair of scissors ready when I do find them I'm pretty good at making them pay. Lol true story, today I found one and took him out in 3 parts. Hind legs, torso and then it fought a little before I took the head. Minutes later ants were eating him.

"Tell your friends about me"
Click to expand...
Dangle a mutilated body as a warning to others with dental floss
 
CannaCanHelp said:
I had that issue with grasshoppers and catapillars when I grew outdoors also.
My solution was a small amount of Neem Oil and a bug proof mesh netting. Pick all the grasshoppers and or catapillars off first though before utilizing a net
Click to expand...

You use the neem oil around the pots? Or in the soil?
 
Sorry I didn't clarify. I had the issues early in veg when I was just starting out. I removed the visible bugs and misted the plant leaves very lightly with Neem Oil. I attached a mesh netting to the top edge of the pot with removable zip ties, making sure the netting wasn't actually touching the plant. Then very lightly misted the netting itself with neem oil. I'm not sure misting the net did much as there were occasionally caterpillars on it. But the damage stopped immediately and permanently. I suggest removable zip ties so you can still water easily and access your plant if need be.
GL man, hope some of this helps. Keep us updated with what you decide to do and how it works out!
PS. I do know your issue isn't catapillars, but the neem lil and netting should work the same. Even better imo since you don't have to pick through the buds to find them. From my understanding, Neem Oil is safe on plants up to two or 3 weeks before harvest. Someone else should chime in with more knowledge on the product and when to use
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top