Aphids on a Small Young Houseplant

I rescued a small young chrysanthemum plant that was thrown away, brought it inside and now see that it has aphids. I have segregated it from my other houseplants and want to get rid of the aphids NOW! I can see that they are sapping the life from this little one. Suggestions? I will go put it under running water over the toilet as a start. Thought about dusting it with something from the kitchen: flour? baking soda?

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 01/16/2014 @ 7:52 pm

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