Sow Bugs r eating my Veggies

Discussion in 'Garden Pest Management and Identification' started by BetsandMur, Jul 11, 2005.

  1. BetsandMur

    BetsandMur Member

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    We seem to have an invasion of sow bugs. We understand that they are good for the garden but they seem to be eating the leaves of our cucumber and zuchinni plants. Is there some way to control them?
     
  2. Eric La Fountaine

    Eric La Fountaine Contributor Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Margaret Active Member 10 Years

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    I use our black lab's shed hair around some of my flowers and this has really deterred sows. They are still snacking on the raspberries though because even Max cannot produce enough hair to protect all of the canes! I wonder if other animal fleece or hair would also work?
     
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    douglas Active Member 10 Years

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    Check out the Dog Barber shops in your area and see if they will supply you with hair.

    Regards Doug
     

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