Reader Questions: Grubs and Aphids

By Vanessa Richins

This week we’ve had quite a few comments on the post, “What’s That Bug on My Tomato?”

Kira Hamman, the author, posted a comment with some answers, and I will be adding some additional information.

Tina
“My garden is filled with grub worms how do i get rid of them?
Will a chemical hurt my plants or ruin my soil?
Is there a natural way to get rid of them?
Ive already treated the soil why are they still there?
They eat my potatoes and carrots.
HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”

Kira suggests planting marigolds, which is a great idea to keep grubs and other bugs away. You can also apply milky spore or buy parasitoid wasps.

Beth
“Aphids are killing my plants. I like to Read the rest of this entry »