How to protect roses from aphids

Le Pink they have a sworn enemy who can destroy the flowers and the plant itself: the aphids, which in turn can be eaten by ladybugs. There are various chemical products available to protect roses from aphids, some of which are very powerful, but they are not without side effects. We suggest trying some natural remedies first, which can be effective and have no side effects for either the plants or the environment.

L'aglio

Aphids, also known as “the lice "plants" are very sensitive to the smell of garlic, which they detest. The advice is to prepare a garlic macerate and spray it on the plant. You can also add chili pepper, or use a macerate of tobacco, nettle, or cloves.

Garlic and marigold plants

Precisely because of garlic's characteristics, a good idea to protect rose plants from aphids is to plant garlic and marigolds nearby. They will act as shields.

Neem oil

Also 'Neem oil It's a very effective natural remedy against rose aphids. It contains an active ingredient that works very well and can eliminate any type of pest.

Water and vinegar

It is a solution that is made by mixing equal parts of the two components, water and vinegar. Applied to plants it keeps away not only aphids, but also mealybugs.

Marseille soap

If the aphid attack is already underway, any macerate may not be enough. At this point it is preferable to use the soft Marseille potassium soap, which also removes honeydew and sooty mold. It's recommended to do this gently, without pulling, and to spray a small amount of soap mixed with water, leaf by leaf, stem by stem. Finally, keep in mind that in the case of light infestations, it's not necessary to treat all plants, but only the areas where aphids are present.

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