Re: timing of foliar feeding
- To: pumpkins@mallorn.com
- Subject: Re: timing of foliar feeding
- From: S*@aol.com
- Date: Thu, 10 Sep 1998 17:42:41 EDT
In a message dated 98-09-10 16:30:11 EDT, you write:
> Do ants really contribute to aphids? I noticed an increase of ants in my
> "store bought size pumpkin patch" and at first I was worried, but then
> thought
> that maybe they were helping with the pollination. Should I be worried?
If
> so, what should I do to get rid of them? Thanks!
> Karri
Ants usually don't do any harm directly. They can contribute to plants being
infested with aphids. They carry the aphids up onto tha plant leaves and
"farm" them for the honeydew they produce, which the ants use for food. But
unless you notice a problem starting with aphids, there is no need to worry
about ants.
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