squash bug
noun
: a large black American bug (Anasa tristis of the family Coreidae) injurious to plants of the gourd family
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Be vigilant against squash bugs and squash vine borers to get the most out of your plants.
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Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 27 May 2025
Recent research shows companion planting with nasturtium to be an effective technique in reducing damage from squash bugs and cucumber beetles.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2025
Even better, nasturtiums are known to deter squash bugs, which are one of the most destructive squash and pumpkin pests.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2025
Removing the debris now removes the hiding spots and egg populations for pests like aphids, flea beetles, cabbage worms, squash bugs, spider mites, thrips and many others.
—Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 21 Feb. 2025
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Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 27 May 2025
Recent research shows companion planting with nasturtium to be an effective technique in reducing damage from squash bugs and cucumber beetles.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2025
Even better, nasturtiums are known to deter squash bugs, which are one of the most destructive squash and pumpkin pests.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2025
Removing the debris now removes the hiding spots and egg populations for pests like aphids, flea beetles, cabbage worms, squash bugs, spider mites, thrips and many others.
—Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 21 Feb. 2025
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“Squash bug.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/squash%20bug. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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