Apply insecticides only according to label directions. Home fruit growers continuously battle insect pests. Certain practices help to control fruit pests and protect the quality of produce. Some helpful hints are listed below. Keep plants in a healthy, vigorous state.
Healthy plants can withstand insect attacks much better than weak plants.
Do not allow plants to suffer from lack of water or fertilizer. When infestations of damaging pests are found, apply a registered insecticide immediately. Do not allow pests to build up high numbers. Several pesticide formulations are available for home orchard use. At certain times one formulation may be better than another.