Ladybugs, six-spotted thrips, pirate bugs, big-eyed bugs, lacewings, and some species of predatory mites all feast on spider mites. Avoid using broad-spectrum insecticides since you don’t want ...

One broad-spectrum insecticide, carbaryl, has been shown to stimulate spider mite reproduction in the lab. Other organophosphates and some pyrethroids can cause spider mite outbreaks, especially ...

One broad-spectrum insecticide, carbaryl, has been shown to stimulate spider mite reproduction in the lab. Other organophosphates and some pyrethroids can cause spider mite outbreaks, especially ...

Q: For the past two years I have fought either spider mites or whiteflies on my tomato plants. I have tried home remedies and everything the nursery has recommended, including neem oil. They end ...

These are wind damage, herbicide drift, herbicide residue, broad mite and tomato viruses. During periods of high winds, blowing dust and low humidity can damage leaves and stems on tomato plants.

Q: For the last few years, I have been having problems with spider mites on my tomato plants. I’ve tried hosing off the plants in the morning, but I think this has been causing blossom end rot ...