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Controlling Tortrix Moths – Learn About Tortrix Moth Damage In Gardens

Controlling Tortrix Moths – Learn About Tortrix Moth Damage In Gardens

Last Modified April 13, 2017 By Staff Writer

Tortrix moth caterpillars are small, green caterpillars that roll themselves snugly in plant leaves and feed inside the rolled leaves. The pests affect a variety of ornamental and edible plants, both outdoors and indoors. Tortrix moth damage to greenhouse plants can be considerable. Read on to for more information and learn about tortrix moth treatment and control.

Key Takeaways:

  • Tortrix moth caterpillars are small, green caterpillars that roll themselves snugly in plant leaves and feed inside the rolled leaves.
  • Tortrix moth caterpillars are the larval stages of a type of moth belonging to the Tortricidae family, which includes hundreds of tortrix moth species.
  • The first steps involved in preventing and controlling tortrix moths is monitor plants closely, and to remove all dead vegetation and plant debris.

“Tortrix moth damage to greenhouse plants can be considerable.”

http://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/controlling-tortrix-moths.htm

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