Colorado beetle, fighting with it takes a lot of energyand time for summer residents. But not everyone knows that this striped "gourmet" used to be completely harmless. He lived in the US, and ate wild foliage. But in 1859, his eating habits changed drastically. And after the devastation of the potato fields in Colorado, he got his name - the Colorado beetle. Since then, fighting with it has been a priority for any gardener.
Experienced truck farmers can give a lot of advice that will help beginners in the fight against pests:
Ogorodniki with experience actively apply in practicesuch means as "Decis", "Confidor", "Pirinex" and others. If we talk about the use of insecticides, it is worth knowing that they are ineffective when exposed to adult beetles. And here the measure is important. Processing the site should be no more than two times per season. Before using any drug, it is necessary to see what is written in the instructions. In this case, amateur activity regarding the timing of application and doses is unacceptable. It is necessary to use protective clothing, gloves, carefully protect the organs of vision and breathing. A Colorado potato beetle causes a lot of trouble. At the same time, fighting against it must be literate. The last treatment of planting with chemicals is carried out three weeks before harvesting. Preparations are recommended to alternate, since Colorado beetles are opportunists, they get used to even potent remedies.
Folk remedies
There are methods of struggle and more simple, customary foran ordinary person. Let's say that haters of chemistry can plant calendula seedlings along the edges of beds and inside the plantations themselves. Beetles do not tolerate the smell of this plant.
Thus, the Colorado beetle, the fight against it will not become a problem, if it is wise to approach the protection of its site from pests.