How to Identify Different Types of Ladybugs Ladybugs can be identified primarily upon two important characteristics— the main body color and the number of spots plus the coloration pattern on the ladybug’s outer wings. The seven-spotted ladybug is one of the most-recognized species and is bri...
If you have bed bugs, you'll find these critters and their eggs in beds and upholstery, though they're hard to spot. Heat will flush them out but you'll find it's probably easier to identify them by their impact on you, unless unless the infestation is severe. Signs of bed bugs in...
Any plant rich in pollen and nectar will attract bees, but you’ll get even more bees with native plants. You’ll have to research plants native to your part of the country. Don’t worry about selection — there are hundreds of options no matter where you live. 5. Big-eyed bugs What...
The best way to combat root weevils is to use insect control spray around the root zone to eliminate the larvae. Another method is to block adults from crawling up the branches at night by placing sticky barriers around the plant. This can be difficult to do with some plants, so another ...
Learn how to identify and get rid of aphids (aka greenflies /blackflies) and prevent them from ever attacking your cannabis again!
Helpfully, however, infestations will often appear as clusters on leaves and stems, making them easier to spot. As with any pests, the sooner you identify the problem, the sooner you can prevent it from spreading. Here, a pest control expert reveals how best to combat scale bug infestations...
Expert Tips fromThe CCI Black Book– The Definitive Roadmap for Cannabis Cultivation Mastery. In the excerpt below, you can seehow to spot and identify mites and bugs on your cannabis plants. Discover more cultivation tips and visit this page todownload a free chapterof The CCI Black Book. ...
The damage these two insects cause will likely differ. If your home has a beetle or cockroach problem, here are the different types of damage possible: Damage Caused by Cockroaches Cockroaches, of any stage, can spreadbacteria and diseasesto you and your family. Their saliva and waste can con...
Planthoppersare pesky garden pests that can wreak havoc on your plants if left unchecked. The good news is, getting rid of them doesn’t have to be a huge headache. Identify the species of planthopper. To identify the species, start by recognizing their distinct physical features like size, ...
Introduce natural scale predators, such as ladybugs and tiny parasitic wasps. Apply an insecticidal soap to the shrubs’ leaves when the scale insects are in the crawler stage. Treat your shrubs with an approved insecticidal spray, such as carbaryl, acephate, malathion or chlorpyrifos. Ensure that...