Cabbage juice attracts various pests that threaten the harvest. Caterpillars can destroy a whole head of cabbage in a few days. There are many ways to combat, aimed at getting rid of the larvae and reducing their numbers.
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Natural remedies
To stop the spread of caterpillars, you need to use agents with a deterrent smell. If there are many of them, you cannot do without chemicals. Otherwise, you can try to get rid of the caterpillars on cabbage using folk recipes.
A solution of soap and ash is poured over the cabbage. It forms a slippery film on the leaves that prevents the movement of pests. To prepare it, dissolve 200 g of laundry soap in 10 liters of water.
Onion infusion is prepared from 300 g of husk and 1 liter of boiling water. Insist for 2 days, dilute the concentrate with 2 liters of cold water. Mix with 50 ml of liquid soap and sprinkle the cabbage with the solution.
Tobacco infusion is the strongest natural insecticide. Take 50 g of tobacco, add water and leave for 3 days. Strain the solution, dilute with 2 liters of liquid and add a little soap. Spray with the product not only cabbage, but also other neighboring crops. To prepare the broth, boil 30 g of tobacco dust in 2 liters of water. Leave for 2 hours and apply to treat the beds.
The hot pepper remedy is made as follows: 5 pods are crushed and poured with water. Keep on low heat for about 30 minutes. Let the broth cool and water the plants.
Herbal infusions and decoctions
Burdock infusion is prepared from 200 g of fresh leaves and warm water. Leave for 5-7 days until the mixture ferments. Strain the concentrate, water the soil well and process the heads.
Delphinium broth is made from 150 g of dried roots, stems and leaves. Mix them with 10 liters of water, keep for 3 days in a dark room. Boil over low heat for 1.5 hours, cool and filter. Sprinkle the cabbage with the solution when the caterpillars appear.
The burdock remedy can be prepared from 400 g of leaves. Grind them, add water and wait 4 days. Spray heads of cabbage affected by caterpillars. An infusion of garlic is considered no less effective. Cut 10 heads and add 5 liters of water. Let it brew for 2 days, strain, water the soil and bushes.
The infusion is prepared from tomato or potato tops. Pour 600 g of plant residues with 5 liters of water and leave for 2 days. Boil the product for 30 minutes, filter and dilute with a bucket of water. Add 100 g of soap shavings. To enhance the action, you can use tar soap. Spray cabbage beds with infusion.
Alternative methods of struggle
There are alternative ways to control the pest, such as using eggshells. It is hung on stakes in different parts of the garden. Harmful insects mistake her for their comrades-in-arms who have seized the territory. Therefore, butterflies fly by.
A mixture of flour and soda is fatal to caterpillars. It is necessary to take products in equal proportions. Sprinkle generously on the planting leaves. Pay special attention to the areas of caterpillar accumulation.
A vinegar solution for insect control is made from 70% of the essence. For 10 liters of water you will need 1 tbsp. l. acid. You can prepare a remedy from 2 tbsp. l. salt and 50 ml of ammonia. Apply to irrigate cabbage.
Spread lime or mustard powder between rows. To mulch the soil with needles, which will significantly complicate the approach to the site. Do not be lazy to destroy weeds, as they attract insects.
Have you ever had to get rid of cabbage caterpillars with folk remedies?
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