diatomaceous earth to your soil. It’s a natural insecticide that dries out the parasite’s body and kills it.
Insect Guide
Hoeing the soil to bring out the larvae
The first technique involves loosening the soil by hoeing it. You will then see the larvae rise to the surface. Pick them up with gloves and put them in a jar.
Studying the Earth
Cabbage leaves to repel the larvae
Cabbage is a very good repellent for cockchafer larvae. These insects hate the smell this vegetable gives off. Simply cut up a
