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Bugs, bugs, bugs!

By Gary
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Joined:  Fri Jul 08, 2022 3:23 pm
-  Sun Jun 04, 2023 5:37 pm #436173
Hi all, after a close inspection of the Trader Joe's Sarr that I brought home the other day, I found at least three pests on the plant. Small spiders, black oblong things that are likely thrips, an unidentifiable critter, but no aphids. The plant got a good dosing of Captain Jack's this morning.
That said, is there any detrimental effect of the Brew going into the pitchers?

Re: Bugs, bugs, bugs!

By Gary
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-  Mon Jun 05, 2023 3:27 am #436200
Sounds good, thanks. There's a new bug that's shown up on the Sarrs, at least I think it's a bug. They show up in pairs, hanging from threads on either side of the pitcher opening, underneath the hood. Has anyone seen or heard of such a critter? I'm trying to get a decent pic.

Re: Bugs, bugs, bugs!

By Gary
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-  Mon Jun 05, 2023 3:34 am #436202
Here's a pic of the bugs I mentioned above. This is a new one for me.
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Re: Bugs, bugs, bugs!

By Gary
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Joined:  Fri Jul 08, 2022 3:23 pm
-  Mon Jun 05, 2023 4:00 pm #436227
I never considered that they might be an egg. I sprayed again with Capt Jack's yesterday and removed the suspects but this morning they're back. And there have been a number of wasps coming around to drink from the pots and trays. You're probably right. Since there doesn't appear to be any damage being done, I'll let them be.
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