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13
Jul, 2017 By Sally Osgerby

Cabbage Whitefly

Cabbage whitefly (Latin name – Aleyrodes proletella) is a nuisance when it attacks brassicas in the vegetable garden, particularly Brussels sprouts. But cabbage whitefly can be a problem on all leafy brassicas, including cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, Calibres, Brussels sprouts and
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15
Jul, 2017 By Sally Osgerby

Black Sooty Mould on Sprouts

Black sooty moulds are a problem disease on Brussels Sprouts.   The black sooty mould can be sticky and is the result of a whitefly attack. Cabbage whitefly overwinters on brussel sprouts as adult insects. Adult whitefly and their nymphs
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22
Jun, 2017 By Sally Osgerby

Trap Crops

A trap crop is a plant that attracts pests, usually insects, away from the fruit or vegetables which are growing nearby. Trap cropping is a type of companion planting and another form of organic or biological control. Examples of trap
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22
May, 2017 By Sally Osgerby

Trap Crops Control Garden Pests Organically

A trap crop is a plant that attracts  pests, usually insects, away from the fruit or vegetables which are growing nearby.  Trap cropping is a type of companion planting and another form of organic or biological control. Examples of trap crops
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