Spraying apples naturally - Ask Extension
We have two apple trees. Every year the apples are ruined with what I think are worms. I would like to spray these trees but not use anything that i...
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Spraying apples naturally #487005
Asked September 25, 2018, 5:07 PM EDT
We have two apple trees. Every year the apples are ruined with what I think are worms. I would like to spray these trees but not use anything that is harmful to humans. Do you know how I could spray these naturally or organically? Thank you.
Wright County Minnesota
Expert Response
Hi,
There is a way to prevent apple maggots without using any pesticides at all. It is labor intensive, but you only have to bag the number of apples you want. Here is information from the U:https://extension.umn.edu/yard-and-garden-insects/apple-maggot
