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Planting the Plains

Planting The Plains: Bag Worms

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One of the more common enemies of junipers and arborvitae on the high plains, which is hatching at this very moment, is the bagworm.

Known for their hanging cocoons built from defoliated plant material, bagworm caterpillars can quickly overtake a landscape when left untreated.

This makes now, while the worms are still traveling and exposed, the perfect time for treatment. Tune in to this week's episode to hear more about how!

Anthony Reardon is the Horticulture – Small Farms Extension Agent for Johnson County, Kansas.
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  2. Planting the Plains: Trial and Error
  3. Planting the Plains: Neighbor Problems
  4. Planting the Plains: Mitigating Lawn Weeds
  5. Planting the Plains: Inclement Spring Weather