I love growing vegetables but sometimes it can be especially challenging. I garden organically so that means I don’t use synthetic fertilizers or any type of pesticides on my garden. When growing organically you have to learn how to use some simple techniques to ward off pests in the garden. Some pests don’t do very much damage and certain levels can be tolerated. For example, if you have some chewed leaves on your radishes it’s not such a big deal as you probably don’t eat the leaves. It’s important to note that just noticing chewed leaves could mean this is a sign for a potential problem and you should keep a close eye out for pests. The one I will be covering today is hidden among the leaves as its green and blends in so well.
The larva of the cabbage moth is a voracious eater. Here is a…
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