One listener writes in and asks, "What is boring the holes into my Fuji Apples?"
 More than likely, it is the larvae of the codling moth, a pest that commonly attacks apples and pears. Unfortunately, codling moth is one of the more difficult to control garden pests. However, America’s Favorite Retired College Horticultural Professor, Debbie Flower is here, and we have tips on how to limit codling moth populations.

Also, the plant lady, Marlene Simon, has advice on how to protect your outdoor succulents from the ravages of a frost or freeze this time of year.

We’re podcasting from Barking Dog Studios here in the beautiful Abutilon Jungle in Suburban Purgatory, it’s the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast, brought to you today by Smart Pots and Dave Wilson Nursery. Let’s go!

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Pictured: Codling moth larva in an apple (Photo: Washington State University)

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Topic Links:

Flashback Episode of the Week: #061 Edible Succulents
Codling Moth Control in Apples and Pears (WSU Tree Fruit)
Codling Moth (UCANR)
Degree Day Calculator
Cyd-X and Attractant Traps for Codling Moth Control
Spinosad for Codling Moth Control
Marlene Simon, The Plant Lady
UC Davis Botanical Conservatory
Frost Cloths
High-Low Thermometers
Debra Lee Baldwin, Author - “Succulents Simplified”

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