How can I get rid of catapillers on my plants??

[giggles321]

Hi
I have catapillers all over my plant outside in the garden. What would you recommend I should do to get rid of these little fury creatures???
Thanks

[Lonnie]

I think, unless someone can come up with a better method, you'll have to pick them off by hand, any sprays ert that you use, could kill or damage other wild creatures.

[Catso]

Yukky it may be, but one of the safest and most thorough ways is just to squash them.

Keep a look out for eggs. I inspect very couple of days. Most common butterflies lay in clusters (perhaps � inch across) usually on the underside of leaves. Squash them with finger and thumb (this isn't so yukky!). This will keep your plants caterpillar free without chemicals.

[Catso]

PS If you want a further deterrent, I've heard of this, but never tried it. And it is really yukky, but completely natual:

Collect the caterpillars and liquidise them. Dilute with water and spray back onto your plants.

And a second, milder deterrent: spray with diluted vinegar.

[giggles321]

Hi
Thanks guys for your replies, much appreciated. Di