Thanks, I had heard that soap could be used, but didn't know what kind or
how much to add to the water.
Anna

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| This article just came today in a monthly email from Oregon State
| University.
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| FROTH ON LEAVES IS CAUSED BY SPITTLEBUGS
| But are they harmful? OSU Extension entomologist explains.
| http://extension.oregonstate.edu/new...oryType=garden
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| "Anna" wrote in message
| ...
| I have spittle bugs at the base of most of my strawberries. What is
safe
| to
| use? I have sprayed with a sharp stream of water and washed some off,
but
| the next day they are back or more are there. I don't want to kill the
| strawberry plants. They are just starting to ripen.
| I have them planted in raised beds and this is the second year in the
| ground.
| Thanks
| Anna
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