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New Sarracenia arrived with mildew and aphids!
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Posted by summerstripes 4a, Wisconsin (My Page) on Mon, Oct 26, 09 at 19:48
| I just got some CP's in the mail, and I have discovered that my Sarracenia has a few tiny milky-white bugs chillin on the outer pitcher walls. Additionally, a few mildew spots have appeared on other pitchers on the same plant. I know these two are sort of related, but even if they're not -- how can I take care of this problem? I don't want to contaminate the container's soil with baking soda or soap. I know that I should avoid tap water and anything with dissolved solids or salts. Please tell me if neem oil might take care of the problem, or anything else that will work. Thanks!
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RE: New Sarracenia arrived with mildew and aphids!
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| Why not just get a return if you just bought them? |
RE: New Sarracenia arrived with mildew and aphids!
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| This isn't in a terrarium is it? The bugs may be mealy bugs, dab them with rubbing alcohol and a Q-Tip. Safers Fungicide should work for any fungus/mold. Bayer rose and flower spray should also work fine. |
RE: New Sarracenia arrived with mildew and aphids!
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| Schultz' Gardensafe took care of aphids I had. It contains neem oil. |
RE: New Sarracenia arrived with mildew and aphids!
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| I would return it if possible. You don't want a mealybug infestation. It may cost you more in the long run than just throwing it out and getting one from a more reputable vendor. The fungicide and insecticide if needed will cost more than another plant. |
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