Which of these is a major garden pest?
Correct answer: Aphid
SaltyWillOWisp96651
One to two Tbsp liquid soap with no additives such as bleach or degreaser. One gal water. Use a spray bottle for solution on infected plants. Works on indoor or outdoor plants. Biggest issue to find a pure soap.
ImmovableControl3
amazing, didn't know that. will have to check my houseplants better.
Player #2229449
I dare say while aphids are present more often, the Colorado potato beetle is much more destructive in the garden. Just ask anyone who has tried to grow potatoes.
SilverLynxCat
so are birds if your garden has fruit crops and so are Colorado beetles if you're growing potatoes.
Shellback
Ladybugs love 'em!
quicksilver
SaltyWillOWisp96651, insecticidal soap is readily available
Player Eldehem
People used to use the water from washing the dishes to water their garden: it was effective against greenfly because of the dishsoap
Sheriffe
I'm just looking at a small cloud of hover flies circling my roses. Their nymphs eat aphids. Must have aphids.
baymax
bit like tribbles from Star Trek, and who'd have thought that such a small critter would cause so much trouble.
Player #2512936
Shellback, Yes, I buy them to keep The bugs out of The ferals food. Just check out Natures Good Guys. That is an online store that sells useful insects!
miadoe 4 chesterbe
ImmovableControl3, You never know what you may be bringing home nowadays. Check in the store before purchasing and save your receipt.
Player #5394265
Talk about Aliens!!!!!
Player #1489294
SaltyWillOWisp96651, Best idea