As a gardener, I’ve dealt with my fair share of plant pests, and aphids are certainly near the top of this list. These tiny insects can wreak havoc on a wide variety of plants, sucking the life out of them and leaving them weak and susceptible to disease. Naturally, the question arises: can Sevin spray…
Woolly aphids, those pesky, fuzzy insects that invade our beloved plants, can be a gardener’s worst nightmare. With their powdery white appearance and infestation tendencies, these tiny creatures have the potential to cause severe damage to a variety of plants, including fruit trees and ornamentals. In my quest for a bountiful garden, I have encountered…
Aphids live on some lemon trees for food. They suck plant sap directly from citrus tree leaves. These small pear-shaped bugs aren’t as common on lemon trees as on other species, but they can still kill a young tree. You can eliminate aphids on lemon trees by spraying the trees with water to wash the…
Along with the majority of other plants, aphids are a common pest to the trees in your garden. You may encounter aphids on large trees, fruit trees, or ornamental trees. Regardless of the affected tree’s size or maturity, an infestation of aphids can have devastating effects on its health. To get rid of aphids on…
Your pepper plants are one of the many crops vulnerable to aphid infestations. When these pests attack a pepper plant, they’ll feed on both the plant and its fruit; as a result, the pepper plant will suffer from stunted growth and will also produce poor-quality peppers. It’s therefore crucial to control aphids on pepper plants…
Without the right control, aphids can quickly take over the plants, shrubs, or trees in your garden. Before using chemical pesticides, you should try to get rid of aphids naturally using an organic alternative. One way to kill aphids and prevent them from returning is to treat your garden with diatomaceous earth. To kill aphids…
As soon as you notice aphids on your plants or trees, you must take action to prevent or control a full infestation. There are many effective commercially-available chemical treatments for aphids; however, these products are worse for the environment and may harm beneficial insects like bees and ladybugs. It’s best to try out a natural…
Tomato plants are one of the many vegetable crops that can be taken over by aphids. These pests are drawn to the tomato blooms, and will hang around to feed on the young fruits and stems. You’ll need to eliminate the aphids on your tomato plants as soon as you spot them to protect your…
Aphids can invade entire gardens. People get scared thinking they can get bitten by these bugs constantly. Scientific evidence shows aphids cannot bite people as they don’t have a mouth or teeth. They have stylets used to suck plant sap. These stylets cannot pierce human skin. Aphids cannot transmit diseases either. Most types of aphids…
Aphids are known pest invaders in gardens. They can sometimes be avoided by covering up plants. Aphids might end up on your plate accidentally whenever you don’t wash vegetables properly. One of the common fears when seeing aphids on the plate is getting sick. However, you cannot get sick from eating aphids. In fact, you…
Aphids can thrive on rose bushes. Rose aphids are the most common types of aphids that feed on the sap of rose bushes. These aphids also lay eggs in the soil around roses. They need to be eliminated before they negatively impact rose flowers, stems, and leaves. Aphids on rose bushes are removed by using…
Milkweed flowers are some of the most complex plants you can have in your garden. These flowers are grown for ornamental purposes but their appealing aesthetics attract a range of pests such as aphids. Milkweed is one of the flowers that are toxic to humans and other animals due to its milky inner substance. Some…
Are you a plant lover who loves their leafy babies and can’t even imagine anything happening to them? We can understand your attachment, but it is not possible as long as there are aphids present in this world. Aphids often chew the leaves, suck the plants’ juices, and destroy the stems, leading to the death…
Seeing your plant bloom is a delight, particularly if it is as beautiful as the Hibiscus shrub. Unfortunately, however, your attention isn’t the only thing this plant is good at getting. Aphids on hibiscus are a common problem and, if left untreated, will destroy your shrub. Luckily, there are numerous methods to get rid of…
Excited about growing your petunias? We understand the sentiment. Unfortunately, however, so do aphids. Aphids are pests that frequently occur on petunias and, if left untreated, could fatally damage your plant. You’ve come to the right place if you’ve discovered aphids on your petunias or are looking to avoid an infestation. Here is a step-by-step…
Roses are some of the most beautiful flowers to grow at home. Pests such as aphids find them attractive as well. They eat their leaves and stems to the point they can kill roses completely. Controlling aphids with insecticide or any other strong chemical solution dries or kills roses. Natural alternatives such as vinegar might…
Aphids are small insects with elongated bodies that feed on fruits, flowers, and other plants. They are known as invasive species as they damage plants and even kill them. There are thousands of aphid species around the world and most have distinct coloring and sizing. The shape of aphids is similar across multiple species, however….
The soft-bodied, pear-shaped aphids appear harmless but can be a source of annoyance when they infest your garden. You spend a pretty penny to buy the most beautiful-looking, expensive plants. Perhaps you also devote time out of your busy schedule to water and take care of your garden. What could be worse than knowing an…
Aphids are a common pest that you’ll find on the outdoor plants in your garden. By crawling, flying, or being introduced through infested plants, these invasive creatures can also make their way into your home to take over your indoor houseplants too. There are several methods you can use to control aphids on indoor houseplants….
Being a relatively hardy species, aphids can be a difficult pest to get rid of. These insects can take over your plants quickly on both indoor houseplants and the outdoor growth in your garden beds. While pesticides to kill aphids are available, you should look into natural alternatives before resorting to a chemical treatment. One…