Aphid Identification and Control
Correct identification is an important first step in pest control.
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Aphid
Reduvius personatus
How To Identify An Aphid
Aphids are small green, yellowish, reddish, or blackish soft bodied insects that suck the juices from the leaves and stems of plants. They excrete drops of honeydew from their anus, which then attracts other insects like ants.
Where Can You Find Them
Aphids can be found on leaves and stems of plants
What Do They Look Like
Female aphid with nymphs.
Aphid cluster and damage they caused.
Aphids on a plant stem.
Close up view of female aphid and nymph.
How to Control
Aphids are easily managed by an appropriately labeled insecticide. Focus should be on plan stems, undersides of leaves, and anywhere the aphids are seen. Aphids may also be controlled naturally by purchasing live lady bugs and releasing them into your yard.
Name:
Reduvius personatus
Diet :
Plant juices
Impact :
Can cause yellowing of leaves and stunted shoots
Tips & Tricks
How To Manage Aphids
Although aphids rarely kill mature plants, control may be warranted to keep plants healthy, prevent unsightly damage, and to prevent the production of honeydew.
- Monitor for aphids regularly in order to catch infestations early. Weekly plants checks are recommended. It is easier to solve issues early before the damage has gotten bad enough to curl plant leaves. Control at this point is more difficult.
- Releasing natural predators like ladybug larvae can give temporary control of aphids. The ladybugs often disperse and leave your yard after a few days but this can offer a reduction in aphid numbers.
- Ant management can be helpful in controlling aphids. Ants often protect aphids from predators so controlling the ants will help control the aphids.
Aphid Management Continued
Cultural practices can have a major impact on aphid populations Some best practices are:
- Use slow-release fertilizers. High nitrogen levels promote aphid populations.
- Prune leaves or shoots that are curled or heavily infested when infestations are isolated to a few areas.
- Knock off aphids with a strong blast of water. Most aphids will not make it back to the plant.
- Cover small seedlings with protective covers or grow in greenhouse or inside. Young plants are most susceptible to aphids.
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