Small, Black Fly-Like Insect on Gladiolus

For the past two years, I have had tiny fly-like insects on my gladiolus plants. They literally drain the stem and the flower. What should I use to get rid of them?

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 04/06/2011 @ 5:57 am

They are thrips. This article will help you:
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