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Preventive Thrips Control for Bog Gardens: Systemic vs. Topical Insecticide Timing

Spray after uncovering bog. If leaves cut, wait for new growth (systemic needs leaves). Meanwhile, weekly topical (Neem, Orange Guard). AllExperts has no RSS; submit request.

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