Whitefly infestation still present after removing plants

Question

I just moved and found a terrible whitefly infestation in the garden. I removed affected plants from the garden, but the flies and larvae are still all over the ground where the plants had been. Do I need to try to remove all of the soil from that area? I’m afraid the shrubs will get infested, too.

Answer 1

If you visibly see larvae in the soil, I would attempt to remove it.
Here is an article that has helpful information about whiteflies and how to control them.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/whitefly-control.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/beneficial/attract-ladybugs.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/beneficial-insects.htm