Flea
beetles are small black flying insects that chew
holes in leaves of plants. Typically, adult flea
beetles winter in the soil and become active in
early spring when new plant growth appears. Plants
become less attractive to the beetles as the leaves
enlarge and thicken. Generally, damage resulting
from flea beetles is cosmetic and their impact on
healthy plants is minimal.
Flea beetles can be controlled by:
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Light cultivation
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Adding organic matter in the form of compost, straw,
etc. to the soil
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Watering with a mixture of dish soap & water or water
alone in full sunlight
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Placing bruised elderberry leaves over the affected
plants
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Companion planting using mint as a deterrent
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