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    THINGS TO DO IN FEBRUARY

    Dec 09, 2020 3 minutes
    By Jennifer Stackhouse

    COOL & TEMPERATE

    VEGIES

    • Reduce mozzie numbers by regularly emptying water in containers and saucers under potted plants, which removes their breeding grounds. Even pet water should be replenished daily to avoid it being used by mosquitoes to breed in.

    • Stay on top of pests, diseases and weeds by inspecting plants daily and taking action on problems. In particular, search for 28-spotted ladybirds and pumpkin beetles. These pests skeletonise leaves on pumpkins, zucchini and their relatives. Squash adults, larvae and eggs.

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