Prevention of squash vine borers - Ask Extension
Last year, I planted squash and zucchini in raised pots on my deck. They did really well until I noticed Squash vine borers had started to destroy the...
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Prevention of squash vine borers #781424
Asked February 07, 2022, 1:52 PM EST
Last year, I planted squash and zucchini in raised pots on my deck. They did really well until I noticed Squash vine borers had started to destroy the stalks from the inside out. How can I prevent these borers this year?
Carver County Minnesota
Expert Response
We have a good webpage than can help you on Extension Yard and Garden:
Squash vine borers
We have additional information on our Fruit and Veg blog post "Preparing for Pumpkins and Squash":
https://blog-fruit-vegetable-ipm.extension.umn.edu/2021/02/2021-considerations-preparing-for.html
Squash vine borers
We have additional information on our Fruit and Veg blog post "Preparing for Pumpkins and Squash":
https://blog-fruit-vegetable-ipm.extension.umn.edu/2021/02/2021-considerations-preparing-for.html
