VIDEO: How to use soapy water against aphids correctly

Aphid infestation is particularly annoying when these sucking insects prefer to colonize freshly sprouted buds or leaves. Because sometimes the flower or the leaf does not develop at all. However, you can use soapy water to combat these aphids effectively and in a targeted manner.

Fight aphids with soapy water

1. First, mix a few splashes of detergent or soap and warm water with soapy water. Soap residues are simply rubbed by hand.
2. The soapy water is poured into the flower syringe. With the syringe, distribute the soapy water generously on the infected buds and leaf shoots, but only there.
3. The soapy water obstructs the respiratory system licewhich then die off. Since aphids often come from Ants Just like grazing animals that they are then milked are brought to plants, you should also look out for ants in the garden. hold their streets. Just sprinkling baking powder on it prevents the ants from finding their way to the infested plant.
4. If the infestation is severe, you have to repeat this procedure after about 1 week. Any remaining soapy water can be used for this, simply shake the flower sprayer briefly.
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5. Also infected parts of Houseplants can be effectively treated with soapy water. First move the plant away from other plants and simply place a newspaper under the plant to prevent the soapy water and lice from dripping off. Indoor plants also have the advantage that they can be rid of the remaining lice after a few days by simply showering in the bathtub or shower.