Organic cucumber beetle prevention- How to stop cucumber beetles

[@HedgehogsHomestead]

It’s so nice to meet another organic gardener that actually talks about what they do to take care of the bugs

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

Thank you!

[@DebsWay]

I saw that little critter and I thought it WAS a ladybug until you said they look just like that. Go get 'em, Sara! Take care!!

[@MinnieAcresFarm]

Saving this so I don't forget! I need to try the milk spray!

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

It really helps out a lot. I use it alot. My garden doesn't stink like soured milk either. 😀💜

[@SustainablyYoursHomestead]

Whaaaat! I fight powdery mildew every year on my cucumbers. This is pretty awesome!

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

It really helps! Easy way to fix the problem

[@KAsFamilyHomestead]

thank you for sharing this great information. Thank you Sara and God bless

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

Thank you so much! 😀💜

[@bumberchum2873]

Even more good tips. Great channel.

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

I appreciate that! Thank you!

[@cathyneumans6685]

Thanks, will do this first thing in the morning!

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

You're welcome!

[@cosmiccultivators]

Like we said in the share you are like the organic terminator Gina will be using the milk trick✌💗 happiness

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

LOL The milk really does help! And it doesn't get stinky at all. 😀💜

[@BandJslittlefarm]

Thanks for sharing! Blessings and love

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

Thanks Jess! Much Love ! 😀💜

[@BandJslittlefarm]

@@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead Your welcome 🤗

[@GailsSouthernLiving]

Thanks for sharing Sara.

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

You are so welcome!

[@time2shinehomestead498]

Wow that's a great tip thank yu much dear much love🤘👍🐸❤💚

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

Thanks! Much love back to you! 😀💜

[@cguidry1481]

Great video. Gotta love them bugs.

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

Thanks Peanut!!

[@BaloosCluesOriginal]

I've watered my tomatoes and flowers with powdered milk mix. I never knew to spray them. Thank you! If DE Earth is used at the base of the plants and under 🍃, the bees aren't affected. They typically focus on the flowers or land at the top of the plant. 🐝

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

The milk spray really helps out. It doesn't get stinky either. I usually use DE at the end of the day. Just to make sure the bumble bees have gone to sleep somewhere else. 😀💜

[@kygal2873]

I had one of those that looked like a ladybug. I got rid of it. Will be checking plants more often

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

As long as you stay on top of the pests, they won't take over your garden.

[@Rogerswoodworkx]

Thank Yu so much, I'm gonna try this right now!! But just so I'm certain the milk prevents to beetles right???? Because I don't have the oil Yu was talking about

[@mishalea]

Pesky bugs! Ugh... I never heard of milk. Yes, I keep neem oil on hand. My squash or Cuke leaf has mold on half. I guess I should use peroxide? I see u switched your profile pic! Very cool!!😊👍💖🌻

[@phloughergirl]

When is the best time to spray the milk? Morning or evening? With no sun on the plants?

[@MoreWaveLessParticle]

Thanks for this!

[@rainspringing]

Oh no! unless the light is making yellow look pink, that looks like our native pink spotted lady beetle! Same elongated, but small, size as a cucumber beetle, and they look nothing like the round domed Asian ones you mostly see now. I also saw these this year, but on corn, so looked up pink cucumber beetles. Found out we have a small native lady bug that frequently gets killed due to mistaken identity. (As well as the regular spotted cucumber beetles.)

[@intuitivegardens9035]

What I saw in the video was definitely a pink spotted ladybug, I agree with you. I actually purchased them years ago to infiltrate my garden with them in order to destroy aphids, and still have many around. They’re such good bugs! showmeoz.wordpress.com/2014/06/03/pink-cucumber-beetle-look-again/

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

This was the first year that i have seen that bug. I looked up the varieties, and a blog site said it was a cucumber beetle. I didn't see them on the plants, when i sprayed with neem oil. Honestly, i didn't spray for a day. I was too busy. Thank you for letting me know. I will make sure to let those live.

[@intuitivegardens9035]

@@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead 🍃🐞🍃 Love it. 💗

[@sacreddreamalchemy]

Nope, definitely a cucumber beetle!

[@BestyetJourney]

Great tips thank you

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

you're welcome!

[@ArkansasPilgrim]

I've never had problems with cucumber beetles. But then, I haven't grown cucumbers.

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

Maybe one day you'll grow some cucumbers. They are a pain, but worth it!

[@HedgehogsHomestead]

Girl I hear ya

[@martinmercerjr8615]

Can you use almond milk 🤪. Also milk is expensive now

[@christinetolon5947]

How often after 1st application would you spray again??

[@ckinstle56]

Where can I purchase Reverend Marrow Tomato Seeds?

[@fredrickvoncold]

I didnt know about milk . I have a bottle of neem , but I think the beetles gave my cucumbers bacterial wilt .They are strong plants , maybe they would survive ?

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

You can remove leaves that are damaged. Then, the plant focuses on new growth. I really hope they thrive for you and you enjoy those cucumbers 😀

[@fredrickvoncold]

@@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead thankyou.

[@thenaturalhuman9568]

Are you diluting the milk

[@rachelstark2391]

Greetings, Can you use sour milk?

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

Yes you can. Just be careful that it doesn't clog up your sprayer. Maybe strain it first.

[@Carla-ou8su]

Does it have to be a certain percentage of milk? Like 1%, 2% or whole milk?

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

Any milk will work, except lactose free.

[@riverunner9978]

Oh yes the cucumber beetles turned into powdery mildew!

[@kimrector8230]

I have them also

[@BestyetJourney]

Did you say you growing squash all year long ?

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

I just planted more, so i have fresh squash to eat. I didn't plant as much as before.

[@brandiwilliams7448]

Fantastic, thank you so much! I have seen this look so was looking for something that won't hurt the bees.

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

Thanks!

[@olhemi1]

🙂👍☕

[@tonijurkones9797]

Hello 👋

[@GailsSouthernLiving]

First

[@ThorHavenFarm]

I hate garden pests!!!!!

[@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead]

I am over run this year. It's no fun trying to battle pests.

[@ThorHavenFarm]

@@TheBigBlueHouseHomestead That sucks

[@dougtwigg3285]

So you're putting the milk on because it gives them calcium seriously?.