WHITE FLY/APHID SOLUTIONS!!

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Posted by P.J. on January 15, 2000 at 14:14:19:

I hope that this information doesn't sound too redundant to those who
may already know this, but I'm going to post this on my site.

The "white fly" and "black aphid" problems that so many of us are
having with growing our henna plants are a strange botanical
condition known as "White Fly" and "Black Aphid" infestations. How
appropriate.

Both are fairly easily treated with insecticidal soap - most garden
centers or large Kmart-like stores will carry it. It is very non-
toxic to mammals, but you have follow the instructions and apply it
as often as they say.

What I don't get is the fact that the person who gave me the
information told me that if you can put the plant outside during the
summer, that will take care of any infestation as well. It seems that
that is where they pick up the insects in the first place. Hmmmm. I
still say that you should protect your plant with a tent made of
window screen, or better yet, as Natasha suggested, Mosquito Netting,
when they are outside.

Hope this helps!!

P.J.

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