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Aphids are the little white bugs that seem to have a fondness for my budding roses. Basically, the suck the sap out of your plants. Also, their saliva is toxic to your plants.
It’s never to early to get rid of these pests. I spray my roses with a mixture of 1/10 Pine Sol and Water. Pay particular attention to the buds, which is where they seem to congregate. Many plant extracts and plant products that are eco-friendly offer an effective control of aphids, though I have found they require greater and more frequent applications.
Also, lady bugs are the aphids natural predator. Lady bugs should be released into the garden in the cool of the morning making them slower and less likely to fly away. Once their food supply is consumed, the lady bugs will move on to a new food source.
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Wonderful article.
This is off-topic, but what is your favorite soil conditioning fertilizer? I’ve tried Pro-Gro on my vegetable garden, but I don’t know how happy I am with the results. Anyone have suggestions?