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    Quick question - what's the recommended mesh size to net brassicas against butterflies?
     
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    I've seen the small white close it's wings and drop straight thru netting so about 1 cm square should keep em off
     
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    Magic. Looking about, it looks as though 7mm is the norm. Just need a trawl of fleabay now...
     
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