|
Sun, Jun 1, 08 at 11:19
| My Goose beans are about 6 inches tall, and beautiful, except that some of the leaves are getting holey, a few to the point of skeletons. They're not too far gone to save, but I'd like to stop the destruction. What is causing this, and do you have any suggestions for organic control? Thanks. |
Follow-Up Postings:
|
| Mexican bean beetle is the most likely source of the problem. They will destroy the crop is left unchecked. Pediobius foveolatus, a MBB predator wasp, is an organic control. It will not give you immediate results though. Search this forum for Mexican and you will get two threads about controlling MBB. For immediate results, rotenone or spinosad can be used. I believe rotenone is certified for organic use. There was a recent thread on the Vegetable Growing forum about rotenone. Jim |
Here is a link that might be useful: Mexican Bean Beetle
Please Note: Only registered members are able to post messages to this forum. If you are a member, please log in. If you aren't yet a member, join now!
Return to the Beans, Peas & Other Legumes Forum
Instructions
- You must be a registered member and logged in to post messages on our forums.
- Posting is a two-step process. Once you have composed your message, you will be taken to the preview page. You will then have a chance to review the contents and make changes.
- After posting your message, you may need to refresh the forum page in order to see it.
- It is illegal to post copyrighted material without the owner's consent.
- HTML codes are allowed in the message field only.
- No advertising is allowed in any of the forums.
- If you would like to practice posting or uploading photos, please visit our Test forum.
- If you need assistance, please Contact Us and we will be happy to help.