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Black spots on basil and pepper plant #462720

Asked June 15, 2018, 6:52 PM EDT

I have these black spots on my basil and pepper plant leaves. 2 basil plants have died.

Dakota County Minnesota

Expert Response

What you are looking at is damage from four-lined plant bug. Here is information on this insect: http://www.extension.umn.edu/garden/insects/find/fourlined-plant-bugs/

Barbara, Anoka County MG, TCA Replied June 15, 2018, 11:15 PM EDT

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Black spots on basil and pepper plant #462720

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