Tomato Hornworm on Pepper: Signs & Control
Tomato Hornworm is a common pest of pepper. Here's how to spot the damage and stop it organically-first.
Signs to look for on Pepper
Chewed leaves and small fruit; frass on foliage.
How to control it (organic-first)
Hand-pick; BT (Bacillus thuringiensis); parasitic wasps.
More on Tomato Hornworm: Large green caterpillars; stripped leaves and black droppings. Prevention: Till soil in fall to expose pupae; attract braconid wasps.
Tomato Hornworm on other plants
ZoneFig pest guidance reflects common extension-service recommendations. Always confirm the pest before treating and follow any product label. Verify locally.