Caterpillar problem

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    Hi people. Caterpillar identification please? They are in abundance and eating everything that the snails don't get. What is the best way to deal with these perils? Thanks in advance. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1440773544.246114.jpg
     
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    Hi Rustler, they are Cabbage Whites.

    At that stage it's best to pick them off by hand. You'll need fine netting to stop the butterflies laying eggs, a bit too late now.
     
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    Thanks for that JKW. I have a cage for my Veg. It's only about 12 mm mesh but they still slip through ok but can't seem to find their way out. Ha ha! I have to lift the netting to let them out again. I have quite a variety of butterflies this year, hence the question. The trouble is they are eating all my young flowers too. I love butterflies and enjoy photographing them but my plants are being wrecked this year. Thanks for your response. Much appreciated.
     
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    Caterpillars love Nasturtiums Rustler, perhaps next year you can plant some of those as a distraction. :)
     
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