Symptoms:
Aphids are sucking insects that attack
buds, flowers and new growths and transmit disease from plant to plant. Buds
and flower may fail to open and leaves may have a sticky deposit.
Treatment:
Wash aphids away from the plant with a jet of water. Plants
can be sprayed with a pesticide like Malathion, Orthene or Safer Soap using the
product in accordance with label instructions.
Miscellaneous:
The honeydew excreted by aphids and other sucking insects
is attractive to ants and is an ideal medium for sooty mold. When sooty mold is
present, inspect the plants for aphids, mealybugs, scale and mites.
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