Bloody Aphids! :(

Discussion in 'Pests, Diseases and Cures' started by Alan16ac, Sep 5, 2013.

  1. Alan16ac

    Alan16ac Gardener

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    Just went out to my garden to do some potting up, then get on with my dead-heading.
    Went to my area of Lupins and they're COVERED in Aphids. It's like they've come from no where!
     
  2. Phil A

    Phil A Guest

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    Are the ants farming them? They'll be fighting the Ladybirds off if they are.
     
  3. Joyce Esau

    Joyce Esau Apprentice Gardener

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    give them a dose of washing-up water.
     
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