Alphids

Infection

Finding an infestation is never fun but

there are helpful and effective ways to
get your unwanted guests out
WHAT ARE
APHIDS?

"Seeing tiny green bugs pop up in your

greenery could become disastrous quickly"

Aphids are small, soft-bodied insects that feed on

plant sap and nutrients. The color of aphids varies
from green, yellow, white, and pink to brown
depending on their species. They are typically
wingless with pear-shaped bodies and long
antennae.
How to Remove
Aphids?
"Staying on top of preventative care for your landscape
will keep infestations at bay"

1. Removing Aphids by Hand

One of the fastest and easiest methods is to
remove them by hand. It may be tedious, but
because they are easily seen up close, you
should be able to remove them all with just
your gloves and a garbage bag.
2. Using Soap and Water
Against Aphids
A spray hose has the power to remove more
aphids at once if you have a larger infestation on
your hands. Make sure the hose is on a pressure
high enough to knock the insects off, but low
enough so it doesn’t damage the plants.

3. Spraying Neem Oil

You can spray neem oil throughout your garden

before aphids even get there. It will deter aphids
from settling at all, as well as many other
nutrient-taking pests.
 4. Ladybugs
Introducing some ladybugs the most effective
against aphids and other soft-bodied insects into
your garden can improve the health of plants
dramatically.

Even when released with care,

ladybugs will fly away
within a few days.
"Aphids can be very difficult to get rid of in a landscape"

For more tips & professional

aphid control help contact,
www.treesunlimitednj.com