Re: Cutworms

Andrew,
 
Usually cutworms can be found by scratching around in the top 1/2 inch of soil around the base of the plant that has damage. The cutworm is probably within two feet of the stem of your hosta.
 
I believe cutworms are the caterpillar stage of moths and there are many different kinds.
 
 
Dan
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----- Original Message -----
From: a*@hostahaven.com
To: hosta-open@mallorn.com
Sent: Thursday, May 31, 2001 11:09 AM
Subject: Cutworms

Joyce, I'm wondering if my H. 'Cinnamon Sticks' that was leveled in the last couple of days may have actually been attacked by cutworms instead of rabbits.  The first day, I found three leaves simply cut and lying on the ground and I suspected rabbits as the culprit. The next day, whatever was doing the damage nailed the final two leaves that remained.  I'm "going to" put down some bloodmeal to attempt to scare off the rabbits, but how does one find this elusive cut worm?  Is there any tell-tale evidence, other than the leaf that is left behind as a sign of their dastardly deed?
 
Andrew Lietzow
#1 Plantsman at http://HostaHaven.com
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Des Moines, IA 50311-2516
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