aphids
Aphids are small insects that suck the sap from plants. They can multiply very quickly and can cause serious damage if left untreated. Aphids also secrete a substance called honeydew which encourages the growth of sooty moulds.
If you see aphids on your plants, remove them immediately, either by hand or with horticultural oil sprays. You can also try spraying aphids with water to knock them off the plant.
Japanese beetles
# Japanese beetles
Japanese beetles are a small, metallic green beetle that can cause significant damage to your garden. These pests will eat the leaves of your plants and flowers and can be particularly hard on roses. They also have a tendency to group together in large numbers and can do serious damage quickly. Because they’re so small, it can be difficult to recognize them at first sight, but they tend to congregate as adults in areas where grass and turf meet flowers, gardens or trees. Japanese beetle larvae tend to live below the surface of the soil around plant roots.
Japanese beetles are most active during the heat of day between late spring through early fall depending on your location.
squash bugs
So you’ve got squash bugs. Plants looking sickly? Leaves showing tiny browning spots? Bugs with orange stripes and flat backs hiding under the leaves? Yep, it’s squash bugs.
They’re hard to get rid of, but there are a few things that can help. If you just have one or two plants that get squash bugs, you can put them in a big bucket of water to drown them—just don’t leave the plants in there too long. You can also use diatomaceous earth or organic pesticides like pyrethrin spray and neem oil.
Colorado potato beetles
The Colorado potato beetle is an oval-shaped beetle that’s yellow with black stripes on its back. Since they tend to eat the leaves of tomato, eggplant and potato plants, these garden pests are a menace to gardening hobbyists. They’ll quickly destroy your garden if left unchecked.
Colorado potato beetles lay their eggs on the underside of leaves, but you may not notice any damage until after they emerge as larvae in 10 days or so. This is a problem because it means that the beetles are much less visible at this point and can be hard to spot among your plants’ foliage and flowers. To get rid of them, spray neem oil on any eggs or larvae you see.
Once the temperature in your region drops below 50 degrees Fahrenheit for an extended period of time, overwintering Colorado potato beetles will burrow into soil near the base of plant stems until springtime rolls around again.
mealy bugs
Mealy bugs are one of the most common pests of houseplants and other plants grown indoors. Mealy bugs are small, soft-bodied insects that suck the sap out of plants. They usually cluster together on a plant, so if you see a plant with some white-looking clumps of cotton on it, there is a good chance they are mealy bugs.
You may be able to use rubbing alcohol to get rid of them. The best way to remove these pests is by phytosanitary control measures such as carefully removing infested parts and destroying them by fire.
slugs and snails
Slugs and snails are another common garden pest, especially those that like to eat greens. These slimy creatures can kill seedlings by eating the leaves overnight. They might also leave silvery trails across your plants, showing where they’ve been munching. One of the best ways to get rid of them is to leave small containers filled with beer near your vulnerable plants; there’s something about a beer bath that slugs just love. If you prefer not to waste any alcohol during the gardening process, a mixture of salt and water (or even flour, pepper, and salt) will have the same effect. You can also use ammonia mixed with water—but you’ll probably have to keep refilling it after each rainstorm or if you water your plants regularly.
spider mites
All About Spider Mites
Spider mites are very small, measuring between under a millimeter to 1/50 of an inch long. Their coloring can range from white to red to brown and black, but they all have eight legs and two body segments. They’re called spider mites because they look like tiny spiders, even though they’re actually related to ticks and spiders. Though these pests are barely visible to the naked eye, their damage is very noticeable in your garden or houseplants. They feed by piercing the leaves of the plants with their mouthparts and sucking out plant fluids. As a result, you may see light green dots on your leaves where the spider mites have been feeding. These dots will eventually turn yellow or brown as the leaf dies back because it has lost too much fluid to the spider mites.
What Do Spider Mites Like?
Spider mites tend to prefer hot dry weather over cooler humid conditions when they feed on your plants. One reason why you might see an increase in spider mite activity during warm dry summers is that these pests reproduce faster in these conditions than in winter months when there is more moisture in the air for them (and for you too!) The most common plant species that are attacked by spider mites include:
roses
beans
tomatoes
squash
zinnias
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To make sure your garden is in tip-top shape, it’s important to examine it regularly for pests. If you find any pests on your plants, get rid of them quickly. The longer you let them live, the more damage they will do to your flowerbeds and other areas of greenery.
While pesticides are a common solution for those dealing with pest problems, we recommend trying more natural methods first. For example, if there are slugs eating your plants, pick the slugs off by hand and throw them in a bucket of soapy water to kill them.. You can also try pouring coffee grounds around the base of plants that are being eaten by snails or slugs; this method has been reported to be effective because they dislike the feel of coffee grounds on their bodies. If one strategy isn’t working well enough, try another method until you figure out what works best for you and your garden!
By keeping an eye out for potential pest problems early on and not giving up when the first solution doesn’t work, you’ll be able to keep all manner of critters from damaging your plants!You’ve been doing your research and caring for your garden, but there’s still a problem: pests.
That’s right. Even with all the best gardening etiquette, sometimes you still get pests. It happens to everyone, even the most successful gardeners.
Don’t worry—there are tons of ways to get rid of those pesky bugs!
We’ve compiled a list of the most common garden pests and some tips on how to keep them out of your garden.
1. Aphids: What the heck is an aphid? Sounds like something from outer space, right? Well, it kind of is! Aphids are little bugs that suck up nutrients from your plants and lay eggs on your leaves. That sounds pretty disgusting, huh? Gross! They come in a variety of colors (including yellow, green, black, and brown) and are actually one of the most common garden pests. You can easily spot them if you see honeydew (a sticky substance) or sooty mold on your plants’ leaves that weren’t there before.
How to get rid of them: You can use insecticidal soap on aphids or spray them with water. If there are really bad infestations, you can use chemical pesticides too—just do
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Hello! We’re here to talk to you about some of the most common pests that gardeners run into, and how to get rid of them.
First things first: why do they come into your garden?
They’re attracted to the moisture in your soil and plants. All of these pests are bugs, so they’re cold-blooded. They tend to be gross, too.
The first one we’re going to talk about is called a spider mite, and it’s a menace. These disgusting little creatures look like miniscule spiders but have eight legs instead of six (spiders have six). They release toxins into your plants that can kill them if left untreated for too long. You can get rid of them by using insecticide soap (if you want an organic remedy), or by using special spider mites spray.
The second pest is called a fungus gnat. It’s a small fly with a black body and clear wings that can actually fly, unlike the spider mite which just hops from plant to plant (which is probably why it’s so invasive). The only way you’ll know you have these buggers is if you see them flying around your plants and soil, because they don’t do any damage—they just hang out
Gardening can be almost as rewarding as it is frustrating. There’s nothing better than watching your plants grow and thrive, but there’s also nothing worse than seeing your hard work get eaten up by pesky pests who thrive on tender shoots and leaves. Luckily, there are a few simple ways to get rid of these pests without having to invest in expensive or harmful chemicals. Often, your solution to a problem will be right in your own pantry!
Here is a quick guide to the most common garden pests—and how you can get rid of them using all-natural ingredients.
1. Thrips
Thrips may be tiny, but they are big troublemakers for gardeners. These tiny insects are about one millimeter long and range in color from red and yellow to black and brown. They have four wings that lie flat against their bodies and mouths that look like straws—they use these straws to suck up plant juices.
If you spot these little guys on the undersides of leaves, quickly wash them away with a blast of water from the hose. Or spray them with neem oil: mix 2 teaspoons of oil per gallon of water, add one teaspoon of dish soap, then spray directly onto affected plants every 7-10
There are few things more frustrating than spending hours planting and nurturing a garden, only to have it destroyed by pests. We’ve all been there. It’s devastating, and it’s totally understandable if you’re ready to throw in the towel and give up on your garden for good.
But before you do that, let us try to help you out of this tough situation with some tips on dealing with the most common garden pests: ants, slugs/snails, aphids/scale insects, caterpillars, whiteflies, and thrips.
Gardening is a popular pastime. It allows you to be creative, improve your home’s curb appeal, and reduce food costs. But perhaps the worst thing about gardening is that it’s so susceptible to pests. Here are some of the most common pests you’ll encounter in your garden, along with tips for getting rid of them.
Snails and slugs
These slimy creatures are nasty little buggers. Like all animals, they need food, water, and shelter to survive. When you eliminate those things, you eliminate them.
-Get rid of their food: Pull out any weeds or dead plants around your garden that they could be eating
-Get rid of their water: Don’t overwater your plants—this creates more puddles where they can hang out
-Get rid of their shelter: Remove rocks and wood piles from around the garden—these are favorite hiding spots for snails and slugs
Gardening is a wonderful hobby, and a great way to get outside in the sunshine—especially if you have kids! But sometimes, pesky insects can come along and ruin your hard work. These are some of the most common garden pests, and the best ways to get rid of them.
Aphids: Aphids are small insects that like to eat plants. You can find them on flowers, vegetables, and fruit trees. They’re usually green or black, but they can also be light pink or yellow. Aphids are 1/8 inch long and pear-shaped. They don’t fly, but they multiply quickly—so it’s important to take care of them as soon as you see them.
Aphids are easy to get rid of: just spray them with water from a hose. Ladybugs eat aphids too—you can buy ladybugs at the store and release them into your garden!
Slugs: Slugs are soft-bodied mollusks that have no shell—so they need protection from the sun and other animals that would eat them. They love to eat juicy plants like lettuce and tomatoes. They’re also attracted to places with lots of moisture, like under rocks or trees, so they can avoid drying out in
