What's the best way to keep earwigs out of my hostas? Thanks.

by Peggy cole

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Janet Pizaro on May 22, 2017

Apply food grade diatomaceous under them

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- Peggy cole on May 23, 2017
  
  Thanks Janet I'll definitely try that!
  
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Martha A Pilon on May 26, 2017

sunlight dish soap in a spray bottle is the best for earwigs, they hate it

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- Peggy cole on May 26, 2017
  
  Thank you Martha. I'm going to assume I have to dilute the soap with water? How much?
  
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