Adult cutworm moths are rather nondescript with dark gray or brown front wings that have irregular spots or bands and lighter hind wings. One-sided feeding may also cause the spears to curl. The variegated cutworm also feeds underground and at the soil surface.
Fern damage is generally rare.
Begin applications when insects first appear. If infestations are localized, consider spot treatments. Apply when pests appear in damaging numbers and repeat 7-14 days later if necessary. Reentry interval for both materials is 2 days. Use low rate for variegated cutworm.