Aphids, also called "rose lice", are tiny pests that can seriously damage your roses. Here are some remedies and natural advice to eliminate and prevent them
He is about to end up run over, his mother saves himThe so-called "rose lice" are aphids that belong to the species Macrosiphum. These pests are very common and attack rose gardens, both in private and public gardens. These tiny insects, also known as green flies, can infect your beautiful roses in moments, sucking their sap and destroying your plantation. (Read also: Aphids: how to fight plant "lice" with ... cinnamon!)
There are many natural remedies to protect your roses from these insects, without using chemical pesticides that could damage your plantation, let's see which ones.
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Remove them manually
The best home remedy to get rid of aphids on roses without using harsh chemicals is to remove them manually. Aphids have very soft bodies and tend to squeeze easily when removed, you can use a damp napkin for quick removal. Alternatively, spray the roses with a strong stream of water, this will easily get rid of the pests that will fall off. Remember to let the roses dry between waterings to prevent diseases such as ruggine e Peronospora.
Soapy water
This water, combined with liquid dish detergent or Marseille soap, is particularly effective in removing these annoying insects from your roses, because when it comes into contact with their body, it dries them, causing a quick death by asphyxiation. Furthermore, this prodigious solution is also able to protect plants from honeydew (which ants are greedy for, which could infest your plant) and from smokiness.
Preparing it is very simple, just add a tablespoon of dish soap or a piece of Marseille soap (obviously a specific type for organic farming) to a liter of hot water, insert it into a bottle equipped with a spray nozzle. , and then vaporize it directly on infected roses.
Blend of essential oils
Some types of essential oils repel aphids, keeping them away from plants. By mixing these oils together, you can create a great spray solution to get rid of aphids. Specifically, the recommended oils are those of: rosemary, orange, cloves and Neem oil.
Just fill a glass bottle sprayer with water and add a drop of each essential oil. Remember not to spray these oils directly on the roses without first diluting them to avoid seriously damaging the plant. Finally, shake the container well and spray the solution on the surface of the roses to kill existing aphids and to repel others.
Neem oil spray
Neem oil in particular is an excellent natural remedy to eliminate these green flies, in fact this vegetable oil kills parasites quickly by suffocating them. Add 1 teaspoon of Neem oil to a liter of water and half a teaspoon of dish soap, this compound will be your secret weapon for killing insects and preventing relapses.
Ladybirds, enemies of aphids
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It may seem strange to you but ladybugs are the antagonists of these plant parasites, just think that a single ladybug can eat up to 100 aphids in a day. So if you are lucky enough to have a garden rich in biodiversity, you shouldn't worry too much about the presence of these dangerous insects. These renowned beetles will keep their populations low, avoiding large infestations. (Read also: History, meaning and legend of the lucky ladybug)
Natural macerates
To avoid further attacks or to eliminate the aphids that have escaped cleaning, try sprinkling the leaves with natural macerates based on nettle, tobacco, garlic and cloves. Spray this solution directly on infected plants during the evening hours. This substance in fact promotes the growth of plants, acts by stimulating the development of roots and enriching the soil.
Complementary gardening
In the case of aphids, planting garlic or marigolds near your roses will repel aphids and numerous other dangerous pests, protecting the beauty and health of your garden.
pyrethrum
If the infestation of parasites is at an advanced level, use of pyrethrum, a natural but very powerful insecticide, obtained from the flowers of Chrysanthemum cinerariifolium, vaporizing it on the plants exclusively in the evening and away from the flowering period to avoid hitting bumblebees, bees. and other beneficial pollinating insects. This particular flower produces pyrethrin, an active ingredient that kills parasites by attacking their central nervous system. This substance can be used for the production of natural insecticides that farmers often spray on plants to protect them from mites, ants and aphids, without harming the health of the surrounding environment.
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