The cruciferous flea beetle is a dangerous pest for plants in the garden.
In this article, we will tell you how to get rid of cruciferous flea beetle.
Why does cruciferous flea beetle appear
The cruciferous flea beetle emerges from the soil, where it overwinters in the larval stage.
As the soil and air warm up, the larvae emerge from suspended animation.
Feeding on plant debris or plant roots, they turn into adults.
The most dangerous cruciferous flea beetle is in the adult stage.
As a rule, the pest feeds on cruciferous vegetables - radishes, cabbage, rapeseed.
How to get rid of cruciferous flea beetle
It is possible to get rid of the cruciferous flea beetle if you regularly carry out agrotechnical measures in the garden.
For example, regular and thorough weeding of beds and removal of weeds in the garden reduces the number of beetles.
The pest feeds not only on garden crops, but also on wild herbs.
For example, rapeseed, shepherd's purse, mustard and others.
How can you treat plants against cruciferous flea beetle
You can sprinkle the plants with ash, black pepper or lime.
This will repel the pest from your garden.
You can also use dandelion infusion.
To do this, cover the leaves and roots of the dandelion with water and let it sit for 24 hours before spraying.
This solution will also help you in the fight against cruciferous flea beetle in the garden.
In addition, proximity to tomatoes, garlic, marigolds and nasturtium repels insects.
Previously, we told you whether it is possible to plant tomatoes in the same place.
