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brbdyer420 on
June 4, 2019
64701Q.Garlic & jalapeno water
Is it safe to spray garlic and jalapeno water on my garden plants for bugs? I put fresh garlic in the blender and a jalapeno, blended it together and then I boiled water on the stove and poured it over that, and it has been sitting since yesterday. I was going to add enough water to what is there after I strain it to make a gallon. Can I use the spray during the day or do I have to do it in the evening or I just don't want to kill my garden plants. Thanks.
Answered by
GKH_Susan on
June 4, 2019
Certified ExpertA.There are numerous do-it-yourself bug spray recipes, and I've included more information below. To be sure it won't harm your plant, test it on a small area first and wait a day or two to see how your plant responds. Also, homemade sprays may not be effective against all pests. Good luck!
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/do-hot-peppers-deter-pests.htm
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Anonymous on
June 7, 2019Q.Ant infestation in my garden
Ants are everywhere in my garden. When I dig a hole to plant a seedling , I find them there.Could the acidity or alkalinity or the PH of the soil be a factor? Help please!
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 7, 2019A.Ants can be a sign that there is a food source for them; the residue from other pests.
This article will help you.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/get-rid-of-ants.htm
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Anonymous on
June 14, 2019Q.soil gnat larvae indoor potted houseplant
IS IT POSSIBLE TO SUCCESSFULLY ELIMINATE SOIL LARVAE DEPOSITED BY GNATS USING 3% HYDROGEN PEROXIDE APPLIED TO INFESTED POTTING SOIL OF AN INDOOR PLANT ?? PLEASE RESPOND TO MY e~mail ADDRESS. THANKS mystimarynn@yahoo.com
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Downtoearthdigs on
June 14, 2019A.This article will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/fungus-gnats.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Anonymous on
June 21, 2019Q.directions for use with neem oil
I received my neem oil but there are no directions on mixing it.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 21, 2019A.If your product is "70% Neem Oil" (clarified hydrophobic extract of neem oil), a standard mixing rate is one ounce (2 tablespoons) per gallon of water. Use preventively, it's not effective for control of an active pest infestation or advanced fungal infection
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Annamal on
June 21, 2019
YO62 5buQ.How can we stop the caterpillars on this plant?
The caterpillars are eating all the leaves and we’re not sure how to stop them, they are quite literally stripping the plants! I don’t know the name of the plant but it’s lovely when it flowers with bell type flowers hanging beneath the leaves. Any suggestions very much welcome. Thanks in advance! Anna
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
June 22, 2019
Certified ExpertA.It looks like you have Solomon's Seal sawfly larvae eating your plants. Here is how to control them:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/sawfly-insect-control.htm
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CaseyB78 on
June 23, 2019
Coventry, Rhode IslandQ.DIY bug spray for plants
Hello I made the spray for the bugs with soap and vinegar and water I sprayed my veggies around dinner time yesterday and now a lot of my leaves are turning white?? I hope I didn’t kill my veggies... there are tomatoes, peppers, broccoli, and zucchini. .... I did exactly what the recipe called for and also looked at a few other sites to make sure it was right... thank you
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
June 23, 2019
Certified ExpertA.Many plants are very sensitive to vinegar. It is a very effective herbicide to kill plants and weeds. It is best to test any recipe on a VERY SMALL part of the plant first to see how each one responds. This recipe will not work for any plant that is even slightly sensitive.
I recommend many other pesticide methods before vinegar. This article will help you to craft pest control methods that are safe for all plants: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/natural-home-pesticides-organic-garden-pest-control.htm
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e.veo on
June 29, 2019
L258REQ.What are these insects I’ve just found on my plant?
These insects have ants crawling on them.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
June 29, 2019
Certified ExpertA.Those are aphids. Ants keep them as "pets" to farm the sweet sap they produce.
This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/homemade-aphid-control.htm
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