runner beans -spray protection

hammers07 · « **on:** May 25, 2008, 14:35 »

the runner beans planted by others on our allotments are being attacked by something that produces maggots that eat there way up the stalks.

i havent planted mine yet. anything i can put in with the seeds to help prevent this or spray once they come through ?

gobs · « **Reply #1 on:** May 25, 2008, 20:23 »

Look for a post called Confused by Aidy, just a few days back.

Aunt Sally · « **Reply #2 on:** May 25, 2008, 21:28 »

Bean seed fly :shock:

http://www.chat.allotment-garden.org/viewtopic.php?p=220184#220184

The grubs live in the soil and attack seedlings. So grow plants in pots before planting out when bigger.

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