Black fly ARRRRRR

Discussion in 'Pests, Diseases and Cures' started by Stokesy, May 13, 2007.

  1. Stokesy

    Stokesy Apprentice Gardener

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    Betten the odds with the mice and got my peas and beens up but now they are covered in black fly can anyone help. Best way to get rid of them please!!!!!!!
     
  2. geoffhandley

    geoffhandley Gardener

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    Some people say to nip off the shoots or spray with soapey water. Try blasting them off with a hose pipe. I think I would try that first.
     
  3. Honey Bee

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    My Black Elder was covered, so I sprayed it with Fairy Liquid. Got rid of them a treat!!!!
     
  4. Victoria

    Victoria Lover of Exotic Flora

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    I agree with the spray with soapy water then later blast with the hose ... works on white fly! Also on ants if you get an unwanted invasion! [​IMG]
     
  5. geoffhandley

    geoffhandley Gardener

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    I take it you mean a wash cycle followed by a rinse!! Bet you have the cleanest bugs in Portugal. :D
     
  6. Stokesy

    Stokesy Apprentice Gardener

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    thankyou shall give it ago
     
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