Vertical gardening with Squash and Zucchini - Beating the Vine Borer

Vertical gardening with Squash and Zucchini - Beating the Squash Vine Borer using BT, turmeric and cinnamon. Get back to growing squash and zucchini in our back yard gardens.
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[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you all for your support. Please share this video if it was helpful to you. Sharing will help this channel grow and lets me know the content I need to make for you. 🙏

[@forzatuner3916]

How do I get a black box....

[@growingoutthebox]

@@forzatuner3916 lol. That’s something I put together to say better organized.

[@bigmamasgarden]

Thanks for that very helpful information!! 👍 Yes, I was almost going to stop growing them too, but I will try your method and see if I have better results!! Thanks for sharing! 👍😊 Got to bring out the black box to fight 🤛👊🤜 off these pests in the garden!! 🌱👍

[@growingoutthebox]

Yeah, when you bring out the black box we know it's about to get serious. 😂 We are not giving up on our squash and zucchini.

[@sonyaluhman4648]

As well.as I. Gonna give it 50/50 paste & hopefully the round zucchini will heal and bounce back

[@adspence]

This is the most direct, easy to understand and informative descriptions for injecting BT I’ve seen… Thank you!! About to give it a try on 2 plants that are under attack… wish me luck!!

[@growingoutthebox]

Good luck.... Timing is everything.

[@gardeningwithprincess]

I did this method last season. I also took marigolds, steeped them in hot water like a tea, let it cool and sprayed my plants with it to help mask the smell of the squash plants. It works, but the spray must be applied every few days. I got annoyed with having to do that lol so this year, I kept my squash in my greenhouse.

[@growingoutthebox]

You would be correct. Squash require more attention than most any other plant. Pruning and growing vertical make a great difference but for me the game changer is the injections. Masking with marigolds is a good idea also. Thats "Growing Out The Box". 💪

[@CitizenKate]

"The Black Box" - how ominous, I love it! I've been doing Bt treatments for the last few years, and that is the #1 thing that has allowed me to grow any squash at all. But this is the first time I've heard about the benefits of turmeric and cinnamon - I'll be adding that to my own "black box" of squash plant treatment techniques. Thank you for sharing your gardening wisdom.

[@growingoutthebox]

Definitely growing squash under some type of covering next year.

[@showingtampabay]

OMG this is so informational! ❤ You are going to be known as the Garden Doctor soon! 👨🏽‍🌾💉🌱🧤 Great info!

[@growingoutthebox]

LOL.... "Garden Doctor" rotf 😂 Ok... maybe like Frankenstein.

[@presscilliajones5692]

I just love your channel. So informative and entertaining at the same time. You use your voice very effectively I must add.💪🍎

[@growingoutthebox]

Most gardeners want to know this stuf so when I learn about it I try to explain it the way I want it explained to me.

[@pwilliams4155]

I’m going to save this video for future reference ☺️

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you very much for adding it to your watch later videos. That helps others find it. I appreciate that.

[@robmontgomery9711]

aluminum foil wrapped around the stem at the soil level keeps them from getting to the plant.that is what i used.i had no trouble...and mine grew along the ground/squashes.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thanks for the tip. Vine borers lay eggs on leaves as well. It’s hit or miss sometimes.

[@Jjeha456]

Thank you for this video. All the videos I come across barely explain anything regarding this problem. You explained everything that I had questions about that nobody can seem to explain at all. 🙌 Thank you again.

[@growingoutthebox]

Hello and I hope you are having a wonderful day thus far. I really appreciate you watching the video and thank you for the message. Please click the notification 🔔 and I answer all messages. 😁

[@born2bwild.]

That black box! What! LOL.... I love that black box. It looks official and then it makes so much since. Keep bringing this kind of content. I will be saving this for next year.

[@growingoutthebox]

You just gotta have that black box

[@tonyp4536]

Some great details compared to the other videos I have seen. I too have given up on growing Zucchini because just as it starts to bear fruit the plant dies. I tried the BT injection that did not work but I think you have added details that lead to a greater chance of success. I am trying to grow a variety that does not need the flowers to be fertilized so I can cover my plants with netting to keep the bugs off of them. But I still will try to do as you suggested. This is the first I have seen from you and I will agree with others that it is among the best. Very detailed, showing examples but not drawing it out to a long video. Just the facts. Continued success.

[@growingoutthebox]

I’m growing Mexicans zucchini this year and will try hand pollinating

[@mikeschaoticgardening]

Man!..so well done..this is one of the best videos I've seen in a long time!

[@growingoutthebox]

Wow Mike.... It is absolutely my pleasure Brother. We all learn from each other.

[@homesteadinthehood11212]

🌱💛🌿💛🌿💛🌿💛🌱 Now that is a very interesting Pelican Brief; thank you for sharing such great information. Be well and be safe. Peace and blessings

[@growingoutthebox]

Heeeey, had to break out the tool box for this one. I'm not playing with these vine borers. 😂

[@ClausenWorld]

I mixed my cinnamon, turmeric powder a few weeks ago. I need to add my syringe and get some BT so I’ll be ready. Thanks for sharing.😊👍🏽👍🏽

[@growingoutthebox]

Absolutely! That moth is pretty smart. They will lay eggs on the leaf stems when they can't find a spot on the stalk. We have to stay 2 steps ahead. 😀

[@ClausenWorld]

@@growingoutthebox I’m not a fan of the moth. All the caterpillars are gross. But I know we have to deal with nature if we want to grow. I plan to get some BT and use your method. Thank you for sharing.😊

[@N.L.-bj9sz]

This is a very useful video. Thank you for making it. This year, I had vine borers in my cucumber plants. I planted 25 seeds and managed to save 5 plants by injecting them. I didn't realize turmeric was of such great use. I'm heading out now, to apply some. Thank you!

[@growingoutthebox]

I’m covering a lot of my squash this year and hand pollinating

[@N.L.-bj9sz]

@@growingoutthebox Thanks for the tips.

[@BrokeFarmer]

This is a awesome demonstration

[@growingoutthebox]

What's up my brother Broke.... We were talking about Milky Spores a few weeks ago. I didn't want to make the video too long or too nerdy but this is the same bacteria used in Milky Spores. As the bacteria is ingested by the caterpillar it causes it to stop feeding and die. Once dead the spores are released. Absent the UV rays from the sun it too would continue to reproduce each time it comes in contact with the caterpillar. The Milky Spores continue its life cycle because it is in the ground. We shouldn't have to reapply. The things I missed in school....

[@BrokeFarmer]

@@growingoutthebox good info had to screen shot, bro you doing awesome. I'm going live Sunday 👀

[@growingoutthebox]

@@BrokeFarmer I have you on notification so I will definitely be "in the building" .... Keep doing what you are doing Brotha'. Your personality will carry you a long way. Everyone can't do what you do.

[@Sheffield362]

Great advice. I was going to give up growing squash this year but I think I’ll try again. I’m in Austin Texas and the SVB seem to love it here!

[@growingoutthebox]

It is work dealing with the vine borers. I’m going to try growing under netting this year and do some hand pollination. I already have my netting so please click the notification button.

[@lindawms51]

Love the black box

[@growingoutthebox]

LOL.... I thought it would add a bit more interest. 👍

[@HealthyGemini]

Very useful ! I mixed up that paste the last time I pruned leaves! So far so good !!!

[@growingoutthebox]

With squash vine borers I felt the need for even more protection. We're in this together! 😀

[@adventurecreations3214]

Excellent. First video of yours that I've seen. Your voice, delivery, information and editing are all very good making for a very watchable and informative video. If you want to grow your channel, post more frequently. Nice work.

[@growingoutthebox]

I would say 81k subs is fairly good for 2 years. If you are referring to views, check out my shorts and thanks for your input. The engagement I believe is my greatest asset. Sometimes growing too fast can hurt your channel. I think I have found the sweet spot. I post long form once every 3 weeks and get 3 shots from each video. Again, success here on KZbin depends on your goals. 🫡

[@Yankeesista203]

You are right on time! This is what I needed! You are serious!😂 This is going into my saved videos with the quickness!!!!! Blessings

[@growingoutthebox]

So are you still growing squash this year? If so let me know how this works for you and thanks for stopping by,

[@Yankeesista203]

@@growingoutthebox Yes, still have some butternut and spaghetti, still growing! The squash that got infected, I buried the stem, it rooted, then I cut the stem that had the borer's (7) in! Hope it survives! I will keep a close eye on them, now that I have another back up plan! Thank you!

[@backyardfarmingwithashley]

Cool video! Love your vine borer briefcase 👍🏾

[@growingoutthebox]

A lot of backyard gardeners have all but given up on trying to grow squash. Mine are still producing so I wanted to share.

[@backyardfarmingwithashley]

@@growingoutthebox thanks for sharing

[@77summertime]

Ut oh, not the Black Box! 😅 Great information. Definitely going to do this. Thanks so much .

[@growingoutthebox]

Right, the black box! Those vine bores took me out last year so i couldn't wait to try again. So far so good but it requires that you do a visual every day. 😳😳

[@sheluvskam]

You actually have a box. Ok. Great video.

[@growingoutthebox]

Yeap! lol.😀 A box.... Last year I got 1 squash off before the vine borers Won that battle. "So Far So good"

[@txLALA]

Great demonstration and explanation for everything! 👍🏾👍🏾🙂

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you LaLa. Nothing like showing what you are talking about. It takes a lil longer to do the videos but I love learning and sharing. Keep Growing Out The Box.

[@happylife5048]

I always enjoy seeing your videos. Thanks for the detailed information

[@growingoutthebox]

As I learn I try to share and thank you for being so supportive. If you think someone else would benefit from this video please share. It will also help grow this channel. 💗

[@racheledwards6497]

Since you are growing vehicle and have allot of vine exposed you could wrap the vine and stake together with foil and that will help keep the vine borer from being able to bore into the vine

[@growingoutthebox]

That’s a lot of energy for something that won’t matter much. The vibe borer will land on leaves and stems as well. I just spread my squash around the garden. I also use kaolin clay as temperatures rise. They won’t lay eggs on the clay.

[@marktoldgardengnome4110]

Good info to have in the toolbox if needed. Luckily, we've never had an issue with vine borers. Now, if you have some organic magic to deter/kill Japanese Beetles, 1, your fortunate. 2, we could put that to good use. TYFS

[@growingoutthebox]

Hey Mark. I hope all is well with you and the wife. Actually, Milky Spores which is also bacillus thuringiensis BT is a one time soil treatment for grubs.Just as caterpillars are susceptible to treatment with Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), Japanese beetle larvae are susceptible to treatment with milky spore. It's feeds off the larvae of the grubs and continues to spread sores. It's also organic. Control the grubs you control the Japanese Beetle. It's not a overnight process but it is from what I have gathered one, if not the best long term treatment.

[@marktoldgardengnome4110]

@@growingoutthebox TY, we'll look into it.

[@beachbum8215]

The best YT video on squash vine borer. Period. Thank you.

[@growingoutthebox]

Wow, thanks! I just try to show what I do. It's not for everyone. I also cusseccion plant so even if I lose the plant or it stops producing there is another right behind it.

[@OCDishChick]

Okay fancy black box. 😊 I love this! I will definitely be growing squash vertically next year. Awesome video! Thanks for sharing!

[@growingoutthebox]

Learning as we grow…. You know I love the wholesome vibes in your videos. Seeing your daughter working on her painting in the garden is one of those moments that makes it such special place. Thanks for dropping in Nikki.

[@OCDishChick]

@@growingoutthebox Aww thanks Box! Your reply made my day! 🤗

[@growingoutthebox]

@@OCDishChick I like pretty also😁Don’t tell nobody.

[@lindawms51]

Thank you for the information. I will give this a try.

[@growingoutthebox]

Most people have given up trying to grow squash. I hope you are able to use this info. So far so good.

[@happyman9612]

Great ideas! I just replanted my squash after a major vine bore season. This may be the best remedy if having a long growing season. I tried cutting off the bad leaves and stems to no avail. I split every stem open and killed all of the worms as well. I might try the BT next year. I did harvest lots of yellow squash and zucchini before the vine bore devastation.

[@growingoutthebox]

I'm going to try Kaolin clay since I use it on other plants.

[@nicolerett]

Thank you!! Going to try this, we’re already having problems with them it’s devastating

[@growingoutthebox]

I have backup plants this year.

[@angelaland9403]

BT and syringe... okay. I like the tumeric cinnamon idea too. I'll definitely give it a try. Thanks.

[@growingoutthebox]

It is work. This year I will try a cage on a few plants and hand pollinate

[@jennifergraham2418]

The best video on the subject that I've seen! THx

[@TNOG511]

Very Informative Man!! Thank you 💜👍🏾

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you Miss. Linda . 🍎 I'm working on something for you as a token of appreciation for all that you do for the gardening community.

[@cassandrassouthfultongarde8253]

Great information! I will most definitely try this with my squash next year. Those squash vine borers have gotten me the two years that I have tried growing squash, but not next year.

[@growingoutthebox]

So far so good on this end but don’t feel too bad because they got me last year which is why I was so determined to whip this year. Share if you think it can help someone else and you will be helping this channel grow. 💗

[@CC-lv1ox]

@growingoutthebox I found you based upon your reply to my comment on your first channel and snap pea vid. I am excited to watch and learn more about vertical growing because I grow in bags and raised beds only. The aesthetic of your channel is very pleasing. Thank you for sharing my brother.

[@growingoutthebox]

I am a new gardener as well. I love looking for interesting ways to grow which is partly why the channel is called Growing Out The Box.

[@TLCInTheGarden]

Great video and demonstration! Thanks for sharing this information!

[@growingoutthebox]

I hope all is well and blessings to you and your family. 🙏

[@Sidneybeach875]

Man, you different bro. In the best ways

[@growingoutthebox]

lol. I think so. Thanks

[@Sidneybeach875]

@growingoutthebox yeah man, the black box, so organized and the intent in action, not just spraying and hoping. I have seen other things you do that are just as well thought out and executed. I work with a man that was in the nuclear field of work for 20 years, he has the same mindset. It's rare.

[@growingoutthebox]

@@Sidneybeach875 😂 I call it ocdish. This is a very tedious task as many say for 1 plant but I just wanted to know that it could be done.

[@JTheMotivator]

This is an excellent video on vertical gardening!! Thank you so much for sharing this!! This was GREAT info!! From T.W.L.G.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank my brother

[@Legacy_125]

I have some BT but I need that kit. TFS

[@growingoutthebox]

Growing vertical also helps a lot. You are able to see evidence of the vine borer and respond accordingly. Thanks for stopping by.

[@ladyryan902]

Ok you're funny too with the emergency black kit😊 seen your response to my calling another lady funny so I came to check you out..good research n ideas!!!

[@growingoutthebox]

Hey, we gotta do what we gotta do right…. lol 😆. All my squash plants are still thriving thanks to the little black box kit. Thanks for looking around and I would hope that you won’t be a stranger.

[@alwaysawesomeangela2398]

Surgical precision!

[@growingoutthebox]

I don't know how I missed your comment but I make it a priority to answer all. Thanks for taking the time out of your day to watch.

[@debracrews5216]

Just found your channel, already I’m a fan. Your explanation of how you care for your garden is simplistic and lets me know it’s doable and I don’t need too many gadgets to start.

[@growingoutthebox]

Well I am absolutely glad that you found me. You’ll see that most my videos are from start to finish. I intentionally do this because of naysayers. I try to gather as much information as I can and brake it down to usable content. This growing season will be even better. Stick with me as we all grow together. By the way, how did you find out about my gardening channel?

[@rbthegardennannyllc4219]

This was great information. A little too much work for me with my schedule and just think it's easier to buy squash at the farmers market. Thanks so much for this great information if I ever decide to go back to growing.

[@growingoutthebox]

Once again you are correct. lol. It is a lot of work but more than that for me was the challenge. They are still growing and producing. The bed was built with netting in mind so next year it will be easier.

[@TRRehab]

Another good one!

[@growingoutthebox]

Still growing my Brother.

[@mrfordf3508]

Excellent video. Thanks and subscribed

[@growingoutthebox]

Awesome, thank you!

[@ratednext1512]

I have to get me one of those black boxes.! LOL

[@growingoutthebox]

LOL.... It's been a game changer.

[@erickamichelle4176]

THIS WAS GREAT! Thank you.

[@growingoutthebox]

Hey Ericka. I hope this helps you out and if you use it please let me know your results.

[@yordanpetrov289]

Amazing! TY!

[@lind5180]

Will start first-time garden in our Indiana backyard come spring... there's so much to learn... I am grateful you're sharing methods... I'm attempting to find a way to collect your info into one space. Thank you.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you so much. You can click the notifications 🔔 to get all new uploads and you can also create a personal playlist. Name it your favorite playlist and save any videos of your preferences.

[@lind5180]

@growingoutthebox Thank you for this info on creating Playlist. At 68, I should have paid more attention to tech but ... there is no time like Now! Thank you.

[@growingoutthebox]

@@lind5180 I’m no guru but I enjoy helping so feel free to ask. I’m pretty decent at searching for information and it’s a blessing being able to share. 🙏🏽

[@schevanjones5936]

Tyfs

[@teechapman2337]

Good information! Love it.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you. I know you are going to be ready for your garden next year.

[@kayreneesgarden]

Now that’s growing out the box. Love the information!!!

[@growingoutthebox]

This was personal. lol 😂…. It’s a bit of work but it’s effective. This year I’m thinking of putting them under netting and hand pollinating. It’s gotta look good though 😂

[@kayreneesgarden]

@@growingoutthebox right don’t you hate planting things that you have to cover up lol 😂

[@growingoutthebox]

@@kayreneesgarden if I cover it up it’s gotta at least look 👀 good

[@davidcoreywithcrop8686]

Nice video

[@growingoutthebox]

Thanks Brother. Learning as I grow.

[@LReno-di9cm]

I had given up. You have given me hope.

[@growingoutthebox]

It's work but worth it. I will also be growing them under netting this year and doing some hand pollinating to see if that is a viable option. Should be interesting.

[@jjonra3503]

thank you! i can't wait to try this!

[@growingoutthebox]

I think I will be hand pollinating this year and growing under netting to see how much of a difference it makes. Thanks for stopping by. I hope you clicked the notification bell.😁

[@RockJustLiving]

Happy Friday. Great useful information. Thanks for sharing. Have a great day.

[@growingoutthebox]

And a happy Friday to you. I know it’s late in the season for squash but I wanted to share what has been working for me this year. You know it’s serious when you have to bring out the black box. 😂

[@recycledminis]

Thank you for this!

[@growingoutthebox]

You are so welcome

[@PamelaWilsonLipscomb]

Thanks for the great video! Now I know what killed my zucchini last summer. It was my first year growing them. I also heard a gardener say he wraps the stalk with foil. Have you heard of this?

[@growingoutthebox]

Yes I have heard of wrapping the stalk but the vine borer will lay eggs on leaves as well. If you are allowing them to crawl just bury the stalks as the plant grows and remove leaves from the area where it has already fruited and bury it. No sure way but that increases your chances.

[@PamelaWilsonLipscomb]

@@growingoutthebox Ok, thank you. I am a new gardener. Do you have a video on how to set up a small backyard garden? Right now, I am planting vegetables in between my flower garden. I also purchase 5-gallon buckets.

[@GardenFunwithKevinMilburn]

Great advice! Thanks for this wisdom!

[@growingoutthebox]

For me this was more personal.... lol.... I lost all my squash the 1st year to the vine borer. This works. Thanks for watching.

[@JOERYAN273]

Great video

[@growingoutthebox]

Thanks

[@southalroots]

BAM!!! So informative!! Thank you.!

[@growingoutthebox]

Glad it was helpful! I think I may just hand pollinate and cover them.

[@Peter-gq8ru]

Excellent tutorial. Thanks!

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you and I hope it helps.

[@patriciadavid3197]

This was FANTASTIC! Thanks so much. Blessings!!!

[@growingoutthebox]

Glad it was helpful!

[@debbiekwhitehead]

wow well done and amazingly detailed. The kit is definitely hard core.

[@growingoutthebox]

Growing vertical helps a lot

[@DCdiamonds]

Brilliant!! Thank you.🙏🏼

[@growingoutthebox]

You're so welcome!

[@debbienikolaus7106]

New subscriber and newbie Gardner, found you on Instagram. We're also zone 8a in a different state. Learning alot here. Thank you

[@growingoutthebox]

Let’s grow ! Zone 8A.

[@cashflo.]

Great video very informative ..

[@growingoutthebox]

As I learn I like to share. I hope this was of use to you.

[@Sweetsofheaven]

Thanks for sharing Growing Out The Box.

[@growingoutthebox]

You are so welcome and always my pleasure.

[@virginiaallisonpeck2517]

Excellent, thanks for the info ❤

[@growingoutthebox]

Glad it was helpful! We are going to win with those vine borers next season.

[@virginiaallisonpeck2517]

@@growingoutthebox yea❣️

[@bobedwards4177]

Nice work!

[@growingoutthebox]

👊

[@johnwalters7415]

I am glad I ran across your videos. Best ones out there

[@growingoutthebox]

I appreciate that and welcome aboard. Any other videos you would like to see?

[@johnwalters7415]

@@growingoutthebox having trouble with tomatoes aren't putting on new blooms

[@deborahtoddcoleman6174]

@@growingoutthebox yes I am new here.... want 2 know more about killing pest nats in my spinach ....

[@growingoutthebox]

@@deborahtoddcoleman6174 sounds like you have soil or compost inside. I use peat/coco perlite and vermiculite and hydrate with hot camomile tea.

[@jamesfrankland38thangs58]

Great video Bra kick those pesky bugs in the middle of next year and take no prisoners Sir👍👍 Thanks for sharing🤝💯

[@growingoutthebox]

It's challenging as a new gardener but that what motivates me.

[@jamesfrankland38thangs58]

@@growingoutthebox NEW GARDENER❓ I can't tell, your doing an awesome job. Keep up the good work Sir🤝💯

[@NviGWarren]

The best video I have found so far!! Thank you!!❤ edit: subbed

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you very kindly. Remember to insert the syringe above the entry hole of the borer so that the BT flows in the direction of the borer.

[@Blingem14]

Very nice. Love the attention to detail

[@growingoutthebox]

It’s a task lol

[@Blingem14]

@@growingoutthebox absolutely. When i find the borer eggs i use a torch lighter on them until they pop. Minimal damage to the plant and it guarantees to me that the egg is toast.

[@dawnsofessencesalon]

Nice, I am going to try that on my squash👍

[@growingoutthebox]

You should. If you watched my Magnolia Snap pea video I posted a few days ago you'll see I just started pulling my squash plants. It works. I still have 3 that I want to collect seeds from. Also, I'll be giving away a really nice gift to a subscriber in celebration of my 1,000 subscribers. Make sure you click that notification bell for a chance to win.

[@CC-lv1ox]

@growingoutofthebox What zone are you in? I am in 6b and a new gardener as of May 2022 so this is very educational and encouraging to me. Praise God for your work/site and sharing of your knowledge and wisdom with us.

[@growingoutthebox]

I'm a new gardener as well. "Kinda nerdy at times" lol 🤣But since starting my gardening channel my content has been received fairly well. For that I am grateful. I am in Zone 8A / Metro Atlanta area.

[@LGGGlove]

Every tip you touch on was excellent. I will upgrade my needle and will use only rain water and add the cinnamon and tumeric to mask my pruning of leaf. I only injected the BT and I sprayed. Did not do the rest. Thank you brother. Can’t wait to do battle with that vein bug.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thanks for stopping by. Also, where ever you suspect a hole from the vine borer inject the BT at least 4 inches above. Where there is evidence on a leaf cut it back to the stalk. Growing vertical allows for better inspection so you can stop damage sooner. Happy growing and if you come up with something with better effect please let me know.

[@growingmyown]

Nice,I never know how to get rid of squash borer in the garden.. thank you.

[@growingoutthebox]

Yes Ma'am. This worked for me. Thanks for stopping by. Hey, I have a new video up I'd like you to check out when you have a minute. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipyoiZiwfb2Ersk

[@GGNaturals]

Great technique!

[@growingoutthebox]

It is work. lol.... I'm building covers over them this year so hopefully I won't have any issues next season.

[@GGNaturals]

@@growingoutthebox the foundation is always the largest job but it will be well worth it in the end 🙏🏽🦋

[@b.sewfly]

So glad I found ur short video in reference to this one because I'm not the green thumb type but I'm learning & been really having a hard time with my zucchini due to the pest being such a nuisance and I'm bout ready to just discard it.. I've been doing some research and the only thing I've learned was to prune & spray it with cinnamon or vinegar and it hasn't helped 😒 I'll try giving this a shot as another option and see what happens 🤷🏽‍♀️ wish me luck

[@growingoutthebox]

I can tell you how to 100% be successful growing squash. Cover them with netting and hand pollinate with a fine paintbrush 🖌️. 🤛🏽 I’m building a enclosure just for squash next season.

[@CitizenKate]

@@growingoutthebox I just subscribed to your channel so I can find out how this goes for you. I would like to cover my squash plants and I'm fine with hand pollinating the girls, but since I also grow mine vertically, covering them has been a challenge. I'll be watching next season to learn more about your squash enclosure.

[@growingoutthebox]

@@CitizenKate Hey Kate. Looks like we are on the same path. All my squash made it again this year but it is a lot of work. Next year I will be covering them. I have the perfect netting with zipper access which makes it so easy to hand pollinate. Looking forward to the next spring and summer but the fall garden is coming along amazing! Click that notification 🔔. Fall garden tour video will be up next week.

[@georgiajoy798]

absolutely amazing

[@growingoutthebox]

It's still work though. lol

[@georgiajoy798]

@@growingoutthebox A lot of work for sure. You're not a mere gardener, you're a scientist. God bless.

[@growingoutthebox]

@@georgiajoy798 Thank you. I'm just focussing on growing. Mentally, spiritual, physically and emotionally. It really is more like therapy.

[@backtonature433]

Awesome 👌👌👌

[@growingoutthebox]

A lil' late in the season for most of us but something to have for next year. Thanks for commenting.

[@backtonature433]

@@growingoutthebox my pleasure 🙏

[@abenasekhemet9661]

Awesome! There is a science to gardening and you do it well. Did you put that kit together yourself? Thanks for sharing!

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you very kindly and Yes I did put it together based on what worked for me. Every one of my plants made it. Not saying that you don't. have to stay vigilant but if you love your garden you should be inspecting everyday. .

[@IreneMoralesWard]

That’s some impressive, surgical technique!! I’m not sure I’m that committed, though. I will plan to grow vertically in at least half of my zucchini and squash, carefully prune, cover vines with foil and use BT injections. But, in the end, I plant more in my greenhouse after my first round have started growing in my beds. This way, if I lose the battle, I’ve got backup plants. 🤞🏻🙏

[@growingoutthebox]

Those vine borders are something serious! I think in the future I may do a netting enclosure and hand pollinate. Something I have been wanting to do for a while.

[@SuesSecretGarden3]

Awesome techniques

[@growingoutthebox]

Thanks Sue. That's growing out the box and you will see more of that this season. Click that notification bell. I have a lil' something I use to protect seedling once you put them out.

[@tessakai]

New subscriber here. This is amazing, thank you for the info!!!

[@growingoutthebox]

I take it that the vine borers got you this year ?

[@tessakai]

@@growingoutthebox yes. This is actually my first time since 2017 trying again to grow squash and pumpkin. The only plant not affected so far is the Tromboncino squash which I’ve heard is resistant to the borers. I didn’t have the budget or the energy to erect vertical trellises but next year we are saving and planning. Thank you again!!!! PS: I’m not originally from the area where I’m at now, and the “pest burden” in general is ginormous compared to where I was born and raised so I’m always trying to listen and learn!!

[@growingoutthebox]

@@tessakai I’m going to post a organic powdery mildew spray. I think it is helping with the vine borers also.

[@growingoutthebox]

@@tessakai I make most everything in my garden with the exception of the newest raised beds I’m now installing which was gifted as part of a collaboration I’m doing with the manufacturer. They are very nice and sturdy. Looks right at home in the garden. I built my trellises from scrap lumber. I’ll post a build. Very simple but in my opinion looks great. I’m adding something similar that is 7 feet tall in the new raised beds to grow sugar magnolia snap peas this Fall. They were waaaaaay too tall for the last trellis. It was my first time growing them.

[@TheChuckpeyton]

Nice… & thanks

[@growingoutthebox]

Most welcome

[@CUDA1970Terry]

I am currently growing my squash in large self wicking tubes. I was hoping to reduce the invasion by planting radish along with placing fresh mint stems in the foliage.

[@growingoutthebox]

It will help to a certain extent but those suckers will find it. All my plants made it last year using this BT method.

[@thedirtprincess3293]

This is an awesome video! Would love to have details on how much you inject in each plant. Do you inject in more than one spot, or just the entry hole for the borer?

[@growingoutthebox]

It's work but it does work

[@thedirtprincess3293]

@@growingoutthebox i undrrstand you are trying to hit 100k subs. You got mine. But if you are going to respond, since Im not a crazy, maybe consider answeing the question?

[@jimfarrington8278]

I’m smarter this year thanks to all the helpful tips out there including yours! But man, the vine borers seem to want to lay eggs all over the plant. I’ve considered a trap that lures them into it and they can’t get out.

[@growingoutthebox]

There is something simpler…. The flowers open at dawn. Hand pollinate and cover with netting.

[@desiree7144]

Mr. Keith i love fried sqash but i dont like there poky hairs. Now that i think of it that may have been the okra i was picking that felt weard. Maybe both my memory is foggy from when i helped in the garden. What i do know is who to call if I ever need any help at work. I see those Popeye arms.

[@growingoutthebox]

I think you are referring to the okra. It’s not for everyone but it’s one of my best crops. I’m learning different ways to prepare them. I actually like them when they are about 2-1/2 inches long raw with blue cheese dip and split in half when about 3-1/2 inches long in the air fryer. You should try it and let me know if you liked it?

[@dianafigueroa6764]

Interesting.

[@growingoutthebox]

Glad you think so!

[@whitneyferoce4870]

If you have raised beds just change the soil you used and replace it with another boxs soil you didnt use for squash. Vertical growing does help. Nice vid!

[@growingoutthebox]

Thanks for the tips!

[@sow2grow]

My squash did nothing this year. I just bowed to the borer.

[@growingoutthebox]

The moth that lays the eggs for the squash vine borer is now gone back underground so if you still had a plat that made it this far you would be in great shape. Right now my plants are thriving with ease. "We have to get you a black box"! LOL🤣I also tried using grafting tape around the stalk of the plant. It also worked so do give up, we just have to be more creative. Beautiful day to you.

[@CC-lv1ox]

@growingoutthebox sometime this winter if you can do a vid on sweet peppers that is a general tutorial and one that deals with disease and pest threats and protection,I would love that. I had only one pepper plant grow and it also looked fabulous! It bloomed but never produced pepper. Then I saw black fugus it appeared, on areas throughout the length of the stem. I researched and believe it is Black Leg virus or fungus. Can you elaborate on this disease and how to combat it? I thought that my solo pepper babe was all good...sadly, she succumbed to it.

[@growingoutthebox]

Sweet peppers are pretty much straight forward. but I just may do that because In my #TNOG2022springgardeningwrapup a few people didn't know why their sweet peppers were dropping leaves and not producing during this heat spell we have been having. That's normal because sweet peppers don't care for temps over 85 degrees. Hot peppers are a little better in heat up to maybe 95 and then they will slow as well. I talk about it in the #TNOG2022springgardeningwrapup video on my channel. Let me know if that helps?.

[@fredfranklin5983]

Great info, but where can I get the “black box”?

[@growingoutthebox]

lol. I’ll have them in my store when we put it up this spring

[@user-mc3se2de8o]

Where can I get the "black box"? Please