Pest problems
How to Remove Tomato Caterpillars
The flashlight beats the spray in the dark. Look for droppings and holes.
A staked tomato allows for a good look inside. A fallen one is a caterpillar hotel. Start with the structure.
Protocol
Flashlight upside down on the fruit, remove caterpillar and affected fruit, do not leave soft tomatoes on the plant, use BT or another authorized product if pressure is high and they are young.
Prevention
Do not light up the terrace like a lighthouse all night if you can avoid it. Check after warm storms.
What We Recommend at Control Garden
Stakes that open the plant. Seeing is 80% of caterpillar control on the balcony.
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FAQs
What about the fruit with a hole?
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