In the case of both aphids and Japanese beetles, spraying with a broad-spectrum insecticide can do more harm than good. These ...

Aphids can be pesky little insects to deal with, as they suck the sap out of your garden plants. Garden designer Ish shared a ...

'A diluted solution of washing up liquid can kill aphids,' says Morris Hankinson, managing director at Hopes Grove Nurseries.

Will vinegar kill aphids? Vinegar may kill aphids, but it must be diluted to use on plants and could kill or damage your peppers. We recommend using one of the methods above instead.

Higher April and May temperatures encouraged insects out of hibernation early which will give them time to produce even more than their usual ...

How to Identify Aphids on Tomato Plants Aphids come in many colors. I’ve personally seen green, pink, black, blue (yes, blue), and white aphids.

For another natural method to get rid of aphids, DIY your own “white oil spray” by combining ¼ cup of dish soap with a cup of vegetable oil (like canola or sunflower) in a spray bottle. Shake ...

Keep your lawn maintained. “If you’re mowing regularly, the ants don’t like it,” says Benson. “Mowing helps disrupt developing mounds.” Eliminate obvious food sources. Clean up fallen fruit and ...

Some aphids also transmit plant viruses. Dr Bird said: "They’re unlikely to kill plants, especially established ones.

Plants that attract these beneficial predators include vetch, alfalfa, corn, and crimson clover. Natives like elderberry, ...