[–] SpeshulSnowflaek [S] ago
And most importantly- do I kill them or let them be? Surprisingly, they don't seem to be doing any damage, but they like to hang out on tender new leaves, petals, and buds. I first started noticing them about two weeks ago, and the plants are fine.
[–] Wolfspider ago
Aphids. Predators should be along to deal with them. If not, then dehydrating spray - 1 quart water and 2 teaspoons dish soap in spray bottle is what I have used before.
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[–] Bobtheviolent ago
Or even plant sacrificial plants for pests so they leave you favorites alone. Leaving some weeds around helps as well. When weeding I leave the pulled weeds in a pile in garden which ends up with crickets and spiders all in it as they rot
[–] Octocopter ago (edited ago)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pentatomidae
Kinda looks like a stink bug and aphids, but almost guaranteed to be "sucking bugs" and are pests.
[–] Inaminit 0 points 9 points 9 points (+9|-0) ago (edited ago)
Those are Aphids and they are sucking the life out of your plants. Use Neem Oil or Detergent in Water to prevent and kill these pests.
Also, encourage Lady Bugs, Spiders or Ants in your garden to keep pests down.
[–] Germ22 0 points 3 points 3 points (+3|-0) ago
Don't Ants "farm" those Aphids to milk them?
[–] Inaminit 0 points 3 points 3 points (+3|-0) ago (edited ago)
Certain species will... You need Fire Ants or a similar predatory Ant. There are several adequate species distributed widely on every continent except Antarctica.
[–] Kooshed 0 points 3 points 3 points (+3|-0) ago
Yes they do
[–] SpeshulSnowflaek [S] 0 points 2 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago
I saw a ladybug yesterday. She's on the case. Also noticed that some spiders have moved in. Guess I need more.
[–] Inaminit 0 points 2 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago
You can buy predators at many gardening stores. 400-600 Ladybugs for about 6 dollars
[–] SpeshulSnowflaek [S] ago
Also- what's the best battle plan for Neem oil? Best place to buy in bulk, spraying method, how often, etc
[–] Inaminit 1 point -1 points 0 points (+0|-1) ago
Wiki-How is your friend... So are these guys I advise Miracle-Gro products, they're available everywhere.
[–] Kooshed 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
Oz per gallon. Added to a sprayer. Bulk? Not necessary. Spray once a week.