Tag: budworms
Inchworm-like Critters Found in Dahlia Flowers are Budworms
“Can you help me identify these critters?” asks this reader about the pink and purple worm-like organisms pictured below. “They move like inchworms and vary from about 0.5-1-inch when I’ve seen them.”
Budworms, Petunias, and Pansies
To detect budworms, take a close look at the buds or leaves of your plants. You may see tiny green worms writhing around. If you do not see the worms, their droppings are quite easy to spot.
Worms and Snapdragons
The culprit is likely a budworm. Budworms begin to eat the minute they emerge from their eggs. Although tiny, these worms can do major damage. They eat holes in flower buds and blossoms, and the more they eat the bigger they become.
The Jack Pine Budworm: Pine Trees Worst Enemy
Jack pine budworms are considered to be the most damaging pests to pine trees, especially jack pines. Jack pine budworms feed off the needles of pine strands. It is native to North America and not only is it damaging to pines, it can cause enough damage to contribute significantly to wildfires.
