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May 21, 2018 5:25 PM CST
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Hello all, I planted a elevated raised bed about a month ago, everything is growing fine but today I noticed one if my cucumber plants top leaves look like this. Notice one is kinda shrunk and drawn in. Should I worry?

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May 21, 2018 8:57 PM CST
Name: Daisy I
Reno, Nv (Zone 6b)
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I suspect you are having an insect invasion. My first thought was aphids but then I noticed that beetle sitting on the post on the right side of your photo.
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May 21, 2018 10:40 PM CST
Name: Chris
Hermann, MO (Zone 6a)
DaisyI said:I suspect you are having an insect invasion. My first thought was aphids but then I noticed that beetle sitting on the post on the right side of your photo.


That beetle is a lightning bug, and it's a beneficial insect, so don't kill it. It's not hurting your cukes. However, from the picture, I also suspect an insect chewing on the edges while young, leaving scarred distorted leaves.
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