There are various solutions and traps that you can use to control whiteflies. The biggest tip is to start early! In the mornings and evenings, as you wander the garden or tend to your houseplants, check the back of the leaves for eggs or notice when little bugs “fly away” as you app...
If bugs are not your thing and you still have a few questions, don’t forget to reach out to your Grow Pro at Gardenuity. They are here to help. The Garden Pest List Slugs: Spider Mites: Caterpillar: Earwigs: Japanese Beetle: Whiteflies: Gastropods: Lady Bugs: Ants: Leaf...
being sure to remove as much of root system as possible. Avoid shaking or rubbing plants, as this can lead spread to other ones. Place infested plants in a plastic bag and seal it tightly. Sanitize your tools after removing them to prevent spread of white...
How to Prevent Flea Beetles In the spring, emerging flea beetles will be waiting to feast on your garden. Cut off their food supply by delaying transplanting or planting by a couple of weeks if possible. In the fall, till the garden to unearth any hiding flea beetles. This will also make...
Keep new houseplants away from other plants for 30-40 days to prevent possible spread of spider mites.Keep it humid: Spider mites thrive in dry conditions. Boost room humidity, particularly in winter when household air is dry. Use a room humidifier or regularly mist plants with a spray bottle...
How to Prevent Whiteflies The best way to prevent whitefly infestations is to always inspect the underside of leaves when you bring home a new plant, taking extra care when inspecting new foliage. You may also quarantine new plants away from others after bringing them home so you can monitor ...
By planting strategically, or companion planting, you can integrate pest-repelling plants into your garden, without discouraging the beneficial bugs. For example, marigolds will deter bugs (squash bugs, tomato hornworms, and even whiteflies) around your garden. They’ll also attract the bugs ...
Those lovely birds may think your garden is a smorgasbord of goodies and become extremely irritating. There’s no question you need to prevent the destruction of your new seedbeds. But can you coexist with wildlife? Yes! As a homesteader and a licensed wildlife rehabilitator, I humanely prote...
You can overwinter kale in the garden with a protective mulch. In fall, pull earth up around the stem to the level of the lowest leaves then mulch thickly with straw or chopped leaves when frost is forecast. Kale that is well-covered will survive through the winter and even produce an ea...
Flies are a common problem in most areas. House flies, fruit flies, biting black flies, horse flies, and whiteflies are the most common fly pests for most homeowners. Not only are they an unsanitary nuisance, but flies carry diseases. For your health and mental satisfaction, we need to get...