Petunia pests

I’ve got these bugs on my petunias as soon as they began blooming. I’ve been using neem oil but it’s only marginally reduced the bug infestation. Any recommendations?

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#1 Comment By Alisma On 09/04/2016 @ 11:31 am

If you are able to see the actual bugs, you’ll be able to identify them using the linked pictures on the following university website:

http://ipm.ucanr.edu/PMG/menu.invertebrate.html ^[1]

Insects including caterpillars, thrips, and earwigs can all feed on petunias. So can non-insect pests like slugs and mites. If the problem is an insect, you can use an organic or conventional garden insecticide. Here are some of your options:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/natural-home-pesticides-organic-garden-pest-control.htm ^[2]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/white-oil-insecticide.htm ^[3]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/pyrethrum-in-gardens.htm ^[4]

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