Many gardeners agree: a pest such as aphids appears suddenly and as if from nowhere.
If you want (and you probably do) to get rid of the parasite and save the harvest, use folk methods - they will allow you to kill two birds with one stone.
Mustard powder solution against aphids
Mustard powder is the product that is often used to control pests in greenhouses and garden beds.
This readily available product contains compounds that are toxic to aphids and can be applied to the affected areas themselves or to the entire plant.
The amount of powder, as well as the frequency of application of the solution, should be adjusted by the gardener himself, based on the severity of the aphid infestation.
Ammonia solution
Ammonium hydroxide is a toxic chemical that has shown excellent results in controlling these pests.
Gaseous ammonia quickly disperses into the air, penetrating into aphid habitats, while liquid ammonia (ammonium hydroxide dissolved in water) is denser and can stick to leaves and stems.
In any of these conditions, ammonia vapors are an excellent way to eliminate aphids once and for all.
Laundry soap solution
A soap solution often serves as a natural insecticide and repellent. It can be applied directly to the affected areas, covering all parts of the plant, paying special attention to the undersides of leaves and stems.
After the soap dries, a film forms on the plants that prevents the aphids from breathing and they die.
