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Identifying earwigs on Dahlia
Brown insects with pincers at tail end. Nocturnal. Hide in damp, dark places during day.
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Life cycle
Overwinter as eggs in soil. One generation per year. Active spring through autumn.
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Damage to Dahlia
Irregular holes in petals, leaves, and soft fruit. Damage seedlings.
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How to treat earwigs on Dahlia
Trap in rolled damp newspaper or straw overnight. Diatomaceous earth. Pyrethrin spray.
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Preventing earwigs on Dahlia
Remove hiding places. Keep garden tidy. Trap and dispose.