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Photos of melon thrips and thier effect on milkweed are below. Chemical sprays can be used for melon thrips but when these chemicals are used, a caterpillar eating the plant will die. The company which makes the chemical states that it is safe for caterpillars within about four days. In a closed greenhouse with UV protection poly covering, those four days can stretch to well over eight weeks. |
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