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Old 11-07-2010, 05:10 AM posted to rec.gardens.edible
Martin Riddle Martin Riddle is offline
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Default syrphid fly

Well the Bumble bee has a partner this year and with the Melon vines I
now see syrphid flies.
Is there a good way to attract the hoverers? Are they pollen gatherers
or Nectar eaters?
There a perfect match for my melon and tomato plants.

Cheers