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Earwigs on Delphiniums
How to identify and get rid of earwigs on Delphiniums. Size: 10–15mm.
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Identifying earwigs on Delphiniums
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 Delphiniums
Irregular holes in petals, leaves, and soft fruit. Damage seedlings.
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How to treat earwigs on Delphiniums
Trap in rolled damp newspaper or straw overnight. Diatomaceous earth. Pyrethrin spray.
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Preventing earwigs on Delphiniums
Remove hiding places. Keep garden tidy. Trap and dispose.