Staff Answer
Oct 26, 2020 - 10:03 AM
SIGNS
- White, cotton-like buildup in crevices between leaves
- Misshapen leaves marked with dents
- Significant leaf loss, including top and center leaves
- First, isolate plant to prevent spread of bugs and repot with new soil
- Most effective strategy: spray directly with diluted 50% isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) every day until bugs disappear
- Introduce ladybugs into your garden to predate upon harmful insects
- Apply diluted neem oil to affected plants and keep out of direct sun until it washes off
- Spray affected plants with soapy water (1 tablespoon liquid soap in 1 quart of water) daily until bugs disappear
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