How do I control rolly polly bugs (snow bugs)?

by Aimee Elliott

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I have a nice raised bed of strawberries. Last year I saw the bugs but the damage was at an acceptable level. This year they aren't leaving any for me! Ideas please.

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Redcatcec on May 24, 2019

Hi Aimee,
You could also spread diametaceous earth around your strawberries, the non toxic kind.

https://www.hunker.com/13404869/how-to-get-rid-of-rollie-pollies-from-the-garden

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