How to Prevent Cutworms

Cutworms are the larvae of caterpillar moths. While the moths do not do much (if any) damage, cutworms got their name for a reason... they cut down young plants. Literally. By applying this recipe to your planting areas this fall, you will prevent cutworms in the spring. Prevention is key. Getting rid of them once they arrive is tedious and sometimes not at all effective.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• 1 cup Murphy's Oil Soap
• 1 Tobacco
• 1 cup Antiseptic Mouthwash
• 20 gallon hose end sprayer

1. Soak about 1/2 can of chewing tobacco in some hot water.
2. Once the water turns dark brown, drain it.
3. Mix 1 cup of this tobacco water with the other ingredients.
4. Pour your new cutworm prevention concoction into a 20 gallon hose end sprayer for easy application. Top it off with warm water so the jar is full.
5. Spray this over your lawn and garden areas in the fall.