What aphids fear like fire: a remedy that will help get rid of the pest

The appearance of aphids can cause serious damage to plants, so you should definitely not delay in fighting them.

There are several effective methods and techniques that will help you get rid of this pest.

Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , an expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", an agronomist and landscape designer, told what needs to be done to protect against pests.

Natural remedies

Popular folk remedies include:

1) garlic infusion;

2) decoctions of chamomile, wormwood or couch grass;

3) a solution of mint or lavender.

There is a simple rule: aphids cannot stand “strong” and pungent aromas.

Soap solution

Watering your plants with a soapy solution can help repel aphids. Simply dilute some regular soap in water and spray the plants with the solution.

This will create a protective film on the plants, making it difficult for aphids to attach to the leaves.
Of course, this method is not very effective, but it is definitely worth trying.

Sticky traps

Setting up sticky traps around the area can help trap aphids and prevent their spread.

This method only makes sense to use in limited spaces.

For example, aphids can appear even on plants that grow on the balcony. Hanging sticky tape in an open space is a pointless undertaking.

Attracting natural enemies

You can also try to attract natural enemies to combat aphids, which include:

1) horseflies;

2) ladybugs;

3) mockingbirds.

By creating a favorable environment for these "predators", it will be possible to get rid of aphids.

Previously we talked about how to protect potatoes from pests .