However, remember that long deep watering a little less often is better than more frequent short watering. Many trees will emerge from dormancy and put on new growth right now. Therefore, their water requirements at this time of year are greater. Adjust your tree watering schedules accordingly. These insects are very pervasive this month as the warm weather encourages their growth.
Spider mites like dry, hot conditions.
They can also be controlled by spraying affected plants with water once or twice a day, in the morning and evening. In addition, to control populations, make sure that the soil around the plant does not dry out. Cabbage loopers can appear on beets, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, celery, collards, kale, lettuce, peas, potatoes, radishes, tomatoes, and turnips. They also bore holes in lettuce and cabbage heads. The best way to remove them is by hand, but Bacillus thuringiensis, an organic pesticide can also be applied to the affected plant.