Whiteflies are tiny little white flies that suck the sap from plants. They are typically found on the undersides of leaves.
Treatment Options:
- Placing yellow sticky traps out in your garden or applying a homemade garlic spray or neem oil can help. Make sure to not apply the neem oil though when the temperature is above 90, or else you could suffocate your plant!
- The use of beneficial insect friends, such as green lacewings, ladybugs, and praying mantis, can also help to get rid of these flies.
Plants to Watch:
- These pests are very wide spread, but a few of their favorite plants include:
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It helps to merely spray plants with water while watering, or at least plants that ‘can’ be sprayed with water.
Great! Thanks for the tip!