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Originally Posted by TomNJ
Actually I am growing the eggplant in Virginia at my new farm in Floyd. I have no idea if row covers would work as I never tried them. I sprayed the plants today with a solution of hot pepper sauce, garlic, vinegar, and molasses. It's a shot in the dark but we'll see what happens. If it doesn't kill the little buggers, maybe it will at least make them suffer!
TomNJ/VA
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Wow Floyd is right around the corner from me! Hello! I joined a CSA near there called 7 springs Farm; they grow a TON of eggplant out there, organically, without problems. They also have a store for all organic/natural garden supplies at bulk prices...since you are close you should check them out. If you look them up online and email them, they will mail you a catalogue.
Next year I am trying the row covers early, although hopefully, the bugs won't be so bad. Last year I had flea beetles, used some DE and never had any further issues. I grew lots of eggplants. This year, nothing worked and they are all like wispy, lacey hankies now
Lindsey