Worms In Winter Squash Stem

Question

When my butternut squash plants is spreading there is a white bug chews out the inside of squash stem. What can I do to prevent this?

Answer 1

It sounds like a squash vine borer. This is quite common. Here is an article that will help you to deal with this issue:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/squash/squash-pests-identifying-and-preventing-squash-vine-borer.htm