Found these tiny white barrel-shaped things neatly lined up on the underside of a leaf. They look like a microscopic drum set. Should I be worried?

eggs and beetles. It sounds a little extra, but when you’re rushing between work calls and dinner prep, having a system makes a big difference.

10. Should you spray anything?

For eggs alone, spraying is usually unnecessary and often ineffective. Many insecticides don’t work especially well on egg masses because the eggshell protects what’s inside. Contact products need direct coverage, and broad-spectrum sprays can also harm beneficial insects that help keep pest populations down.

If you’re finding only one or two clusters, hand removal is better, cheaper, and more targeted. If