Netting

Anton

Seedling

Join Date: May 2015

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Netting

05-05-2017, 01:08 PM

I have placed some insect netting over my leeks and carrots but I now have to weed them. How is the best way of going about this without letting in any insects? Should I uncover the plants bit by bit or is there a particular time when the pests are less likely to be around?

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Martin H

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Join Date: Sep 2011

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05-05-2017, 06:29 PM

Carrot flies are most active when it's sunny. I try to do thinning and weeding on dull days. Late afternoon is supposed to be a good time for it too.

I don't know the habits of leek moth or allium leaf miner or whatever else attacks leeks. Hopefully someone will be along soon...

My gardening blog: In Spades, last update 30th April 2018.
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