Cabbage root fly

Cabbage Root Fly Maggots

Description

Cabbage Root Flies affect the brassica family of cabbages, sprouts, cauliflower and broccoli.

Symptoms

Leaves edged blue and often wilt. White maggots eat roots and stem base.

Treatment and control

General tips

No chemical remedy. Place discs around stems when transplanting seedlings to prevent adult fly laying her eggs.

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