Sweet peppers and hot peppers These are vegetables that can be found in most gardens, where they generally give great satisfaction in terms of production. In this article we see what are the main pests that can affect these plants and we indicate preventive strategies and solutions with low environmental impact to control them.
The objective is avoiding harmful chemical pesticides and always act with a view to efficient organic farming. Therefore, we find the ecological and natural remedies to the main enemies of the pepper plant.
Having a long growth cycle, which extends from April to May with transplanting until the end of October, it is normal to expect some adversity during this period. For this reason, it is important that the plants are kept in good condition and are constantly cared for. Fortunately, we can protect plants with organic products , which do not pollute or harm beneficial organisms. The most important aspect, however, is always prevention , which should never be missed. So let’s see what are the main pepper pests and how we can intervene by treating the plants in an ecological way.
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pepper aphids
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western thrips
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leaf miners
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To note
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Aleirodidi
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corn borer
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synthetic map
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When we realize that the pepper plants are sprinkled with a slightly opaque sticky substance it is very easy to notice in them thick aphid colonies , especially on the stem and on the underside of the leaves. Aphids are common pests to many plant species, but fortunately they are fairly well controlled, without resorting to aggressive products. In the meantime, we can count on the contribution that their natural predators give us to contain their multiplication, and it is useful to learn to recognize these insects, i.e. ladybugs, floaters, lacewings, scissors, so as not to confuse them with parasites.
Aphids are kept away by spraying plants Nettle extracts undiluted 12 hours That is garlic extracts and decoctions That is chilli pepper . If these DIY preparations are not enough, you can intervene by spraying Marseille soap or mild potassium soap which have an insecticidal effect against insects with soft integuments.
Learn more about the remedies:
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Macerated nettle.
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Garlic decoction.
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Marseille soap or mild potassium soap.