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Spring flush
title: Spring flush
Spring flush
A seasonal risk window when fresh vegetative growth accelerates pest build-up and spread.
Why it matters
- Soft tissue is easier to feed on
- Pest reproduction often accelerates with temperature + new growth
- Beneficials can lag behind early season
What to do
- Increase monitoring frequency during flush
- Establish biological control early where possible
- Avoid practices that disrupt beneficial establishment