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Worm-like bugs in my lemon tree


Question
Hello I would like to know what to do? I have what look to be worms almost like little cennipeds.  what can I do naturally?
Thanks for your help

Answer
Chris, the best deterrent for worms and other crawling insects is BT, otherwise known as Bacillus Thuringiensis. This product is organic and comes only in powder form. It is commonly sold under the names Dipel, Green Step, or MVP. If you cannot find it at your local garden center, you can purchase it online at either Planet Natural or Gardens Alive.

http://www.planetnatural.com/site/safer-dust.html
http://www.gardensalive.com/product.asp?pn=8797  

Another organic control that is effective against worms is diatomaceous earth. This product is comprised of crushed fossilized diatoms. Although it is broken down into a fine powder, the shavings are extremely abrasive to soft-bodied creatures, such as caterpillars, worms, and centipedes. When they crawl through the powder, their bodies absorb the substance through their exoskeleton, causing them to slowly die from dehydration. In short, the abrasive shavings result in very small cuts on the worm's body causing them to lose fluid and perish.

http://www.planetnatural.com/site/diatomaceous-earth.html

I hope this information helps. Good luck, and please write again if I can ever be of assistance.  

Regards,  

Mike

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