Who’s Eating My Plants? A Quick Guide to Caterpillar Troubleshooting

Are mysterious holes appearing in your garden plants overnight? You're not alone—and chances are, caterpillars are the culprits. In this episode, we're diving into how to identify caterpillar damage, recognize the most common garden offenders, and take simple, effective action to protect your plants—without harming the rest of your garden ecosystem.

Whether you're growing kale, tomatoes, or flowers, this episode gives you the tools you need to fight back the right way.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to tell if caterpillars are behind the holes in your leaves


• The most common caterpillars in home gardens


• Safe and organic ways to manage caterpillar damage


• Why a few holes might not be a bad thing

Resources & Links Mentioned:

My favorite organic caterpillar control: https://amzn.to/4icNQyZ

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