Here’s how to deter squash vine borers according to an old folk remedy from The 1963 Old Farmer's Almanac. It says that wood ashes were effective against the squash vine borer. The minute I read that, I knew we had to experiment. Wood ash has been said to deter insects, such as borers, slugs, and snails. Ash sprinkled around the base of plants may discourage pests such as squash bugs. Keep in mind that ash increases soil pH and becomes rigid once wet, reducing any insecticidal properties. Accord

Get rid of squash vine borers 🐛 If left unchecked squash vine borers will absolutely decimate your squash plants. Moths will lay their eggs on squash stems, the eggs will hatch, and the larva will begin to eat the stems from the inside out. If you see a golden yellow sawdust appear on your stems, you likely have squash borers. You can try to save your plants by cutting the stems open and pulling the borers out. Prevent future eggs from being laid on your stems by wrapping them in aluminum foil.

Our poor squash plant didn’t stand a chance - this is what squash vine borer damage looks like up close. If your plant suddenly wilts and droops despite being well-watered, the problem might be inside the stem… 👀 Signs to Watch For: • Sudden wilting • Holes near the base of the stem • Sawdust-like frass (insect droppings) 🛡️ How to Protect Your Plants: ✅ Wrap the lower stem in foil or pantyhose to physically block the moth from laying eggs ✅ Use floating row covers early in the season (just re

The dreaded squash vine borer has attacked and killed our poor squash plant! See the warning signs and the caterpillar that does all this damage! This is one of the biggest reasons why I always plant way more squash than I need and do a lot of succession planting. You never know when your plant may get attacked! #growfood #growyourfood #growyourownfood #gardening #growingfood #vegetablegarden #vegetable #fromseedtospoon #seedtospoon #growfoodnotlawns #squashvineborer #gardenpests | From Seed to

Horticulturist Erin shows damaged caused by squash vine borer. Video description: horticulturist kneeling next to a squash vine showing damage from an insect. #VictoryGarden #SmithsonianGardens #PublicGardens #VegetableGarden | Smithsonian Gardens