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Gardens

LEAF MINER

An insect which lays its eggs in the spongy layer of leaves is known as a leaf miner. The larvae tunnel which gives the leaf a brownish, spotty appearance. Typical plants that is affected are spinach, pumpkin, peppers, squash and tomatoes.

are approximately 1/8 inch long and have a couple generations per summer. The lifespan is usually three weeks from egg to adult.

More damaging in the southern USA

Controls for the leaf miner are:

  • neem oil
  • Hand picking insect
  • Destroy infested leaves
  • Parasitic wasps

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