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UGH! mealy bugs

11 years ago

Hi all, i thought I asked this question yesterday, but apparently not. My neem oil bottle is all clogged up, won't spray. I unclogged once and it did it again. Can I apply by hand, rub some on top and underneath leaves? I have to get rid of them! I have a pesticide also by Bayer that says it gets rid of them, should I try it? It's really hot here, i assume i apply in the early a.m. when it's not so hot. i hate those bugs

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elucas101
11 years ago
The best solution I've found for mealy bugs is spraying with a solution of dish soap and water. You may have to repeat 1-3 times, but it worked for me and they've never come back! Something in the soap deteriorates their outer shell making them vulnerable to kill. I don't think you're supposed to use antibacterial soap, but look online and you'll find more about it. Good luck!
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