Bean Plants

Something is eating my green bean plants as fast as they sprout. What could it be and how do I prevent it? I live in Nebraska.

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#1 Comment By Davo On 06/05/2015 @ 7:46 am

The same was happening to mine I have forgotten the name of the bug what worked immediately for me was spraying the soil all around the seedlings with a safe for edible plants insect killer.good luck

#2 Comment By Heather On 06/07/2015 @ 12:30 pm

I suspect that some small animal is taking it, possibly from below. Possibilities include voles or chipmunks. These articles will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/chipmunk-control-eliminating-chipmunks-from-your-garden.htm ^[1]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/vole-control.htm ^[2]

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