Plants in particular are not safe from the weevil.
If you notice the crawling animals in your home, you should act.
We'll explain how.
Every now and then beetles or other insects get lost in the apartment - unfortunately nothing can be done about that.
Whether it is moths *, bacon beetles or ants, home remedies can be used against each of the unwanted roommates.
Another favorite that likes to get lost in the house and cause a lot of damage there is the weevil.
But how can you get rid of the crawly animal?
We'll tell you.
Weevils: This is where they stay
They
find their way into the apartment
above all via the
terrace and balcony
.
Especially in spring they are more common here.
As soon as the larvae have grown into beetles, they target plants in the
garden
and in the house.
It does not matter to the voracious beetles whether they are fine roots or thick main roots.
As soon as you spot the crawfish, it is time to act and protect the plants.
Also read:
Fighting cabbage flies in the vegetable garden: You can take these measures
.
Fight weevils in the home
The crawfish are shy of
light
and therefore only crawl out of their hiding place in the dark.
As soon as the moment
comes,
armed
with a flashlight
, you can
take action against them.
All you have to do is
beam
it at the
weevil
.
If he feels discovered, he will pretend to be dead.
You then only need to collect it and put it out in the open.
Alternatively, there are also special
insecticides
that you can add to the irrigation water for the plants.
Nematodes have also proven effective in combating them.
Also read:
Bread beetles: Recognize the food pest and combat it in a targeted manner
.
Prevent weevils in the home
One way to prevent the pests is to inspect newly purchased plants for larvae and beetles.
This means you don't run the risk of letting several crawly animals into your house.
If you use a new substrate, this must also be checked.
Good plant care also prevents the pests from damaging the plant too much.
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