The presence of pest insects on fruits and berries can ruin a garden and a harvest. It's important to identify and control these pests to maintain healthy plants and produce.
Common Pest Insects and their Effects on Fruits and Berries
Thrips
Foliage yellowed or white mottling, glaze of honeydew; plant weakens - Leafhoppers
Holes in fruit; leaves rolled up - Leafrollers
Weaken plant, stunting growth, fewer blooms and fruit. - Sawflies
Leaves and twigs webbed together - Fall Webworm
Holes in flowers; leaves rolled up – Leafrollers
Plant stunted, leaves yellowed, lesions on roots – Nematodes
Deformed or dwarf flowers. - Plant Bugs
Plant wilts, underground stems and roots chewed. – Wireworms
Learn about common pests that can harm your fruit and berry plants:
