Aphids
Minute, soft-bodied insects (1/8") easily recognized by their pearlike body shape. Most species are green; however, some are brown, reddish or black. Adults may be winged or wingless. They cluster on undersides of leaves, buds and other tender plant parts. Damage is caused by sucking plant juices, which may cause a black, sooty mold to develop.
Control
Dip or spray plants using malathion.** May also use nicotine, pyrethrin, rotenone or resmethrin (combinations) as a spray. Apply granules to the soil as a systemic using
Di-Syston.*
*Household Formulation WARNING Poisoning may occur as a result of exposure AVOID contact with skin, eyes or clothing **Do not use on Boston, Maidenhair and Pterls ferns, some species of Crassula, Gloxinia, Saintpulla (African violets), and begonias.
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