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How do I keep the cut worms out of my squash?

Cutworm moths lay their eggs on weeds and the little caterpillar can wreak havoc on your young plants. UT Extension Entomologist Dr. Frank Hale says cutworms are nocturnal feeders. He suggests putting a toilet paper core around the plant and wrapping the core with aluminum foil. If you would like, you can put some diatomaceous earth on the soil inside or around the core. The diatomaceous earth will irritate the caterpillar. ​

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