removed infected squash plant

Acorn squash infected borer beetle (saw red eggs). Cukes planted next to squash. Sprayed with Bayer insecticide. What else to prevent spread?

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#1 Comment By theficuswrangler On 07/15/2014 @ 7:50 pm

With some insects, it’s hard to achieve control after the infestation has started. You can spray with one of these home made remedies, if you choose: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/natural-home-pesticides-organic-garden-pest-control.htm ^[1]
Here’s a couple of articles about insects you might find on your squash and cucumbers: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/cucumber/cucumber-beetle-control.htm ^[2]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/squash-pests-identifying-and-preventing-squash-vine-borer.htm ^[3]

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