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Gardening Know How Questions & Answers - https://questions.gardeningknowhow.comI keep getting grubs in the main stems of my zucchini and other squash plants. What are they and how can I control them without using a pesticide?
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2 Comments To "Grubs in Zucchini Stems"
#1 Comment By Cathy On 07/21/2011 @ 8:59 am
You are dealing with squash borers. This article should be of help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/squash-pests-identifying-and-preventing-squash-vine-borer.htm [1]
#2 Comment By vicliz On 08/09/2011 @ 12:52 am
I sprinkle about a tablespoon of sulfur in the ground where I plant the seed. I never have squash borers since doing so.