Pests & Diseases

How to Get Rid of Flea Beetles (Black Bugs on Eggplants)

I knew I had a problem when I started noticing small holes in my young eggplant leaves. It looked like someone had taken a pin and pricked the leaves over and over again. I examined the plants looking for the usual types of pests but was completely befuddled. Then IRead More →

How to Kill Squash Bugs & Remove their Eggs

In: Pests & Diseases

Tagged: Weeds & Pests

Squash is often a prolific addition to a home vegetable garden. But even the most productive plant can be sidelined by squash bugs. The aptly named insect loves squash plants and is particularly fond of summer squashes like zucchini, yellow squash, and crookneck squash. You may also find them onRead More →