Insecticide soap has been used for decades to control plant pests.
Insecticide soap works by dissolving the waxy layer of the insects’ exoskeleton. This process damages the insect’s ability to move and can result in death.
It is used to manage many pests that attack plants in nurseries, orchards, yards, greenhouses, or other outdoor areas.
Browse the collection of plants and pests where insecticide soap is an excellent pests control option.
If something is devouring your cabbage, broccoli or cauliflower plants, you have good reason to suspect the cabbage looper (Trichoplusia ni). These caterpillars are lepidopteran insects and one of the
For the most part, common succulents are pest free; however, their plump juicy leaves can sometimes serve as a temptation for aphids. Succulents, like the echeveria plant, while in bloom,
Mealybugs are a widespread houseplant pest that can be incredibly frustrating and difficult to eliminate when an infestation occurs. Found almost exclusively indoors mealybugs on houseplants live well in homes
Imagine coming home one day to find messy cobwebs all over your houseplants or maybe even on plants in the garden or flower beds. How did these webs get there,
Angelonia plants, are a genus of 30 plus species. These herbaceous plants grow in semi-arid and arid habitats from Argentina to Mexico. The beautiful flowers look like snapdragons earning Angelonias
Chlorophytum comosum (Spider Plant) is a favorite houseplant. It is practically foolproof for novice gardeners. These sturdy little houseplants are easy to care for and hard to kill! Yet, they
For the most part, all Spider plant varieties or airplane plants are impervious to disease and pests. The main causes of problems are overwatering, poor drainage and excessive fertilizer treatment.
Ficus altissima (FIK-us al-TISS-ih-muh) is also called Lofty Fig, Asian Council Tree, or simply Council Tree. It is a flowering plant in the Mulberry or Moraceae family of plants. This
Gardenia plants are a popular choice for many gardeners and indoor plant enthusiasts. These attractive plants have blooms similar to roses but are somewhat less fussy. Their heady scent and
Anthurium (an-thyoo-ree-uhm) is the largest genus of the arum family, Araceae, and consists of about 1,000 different perennial Anthurium species. This tropical plant is native to the Americas, distributed from
Plants have a lot of things in common with humans. One of these is the fact that outdoor plants use the rain to get clean leaves, but when indoors, plants
Plant enthusiasts can’t stop singing praises for neem oil. This naturally extracted oil contains many substances that can combat insects, fungi, and bacteria and even improve your plant’s health. Neem
Neem oil is a potent ally in the fight against unwanted or damaging insects both indoors and outdoors. The Neem oil is deadly to at least 200 common garden pests
Lantana is a tropical shrub grown from cutting or seed for summer flowering outdoors in the North. Colors come in a variety of shades. Before frost, old plants may be cut back and carried over winter for another year.
The Sago Palm (Cycas revoluta) is part of the Cycad family. The Sagos are slow growers taking years to mature. Cycads are tough and primitive and have been around since
Growing plants indoors can lead to infestations, but not nearly on the level of your outdoor plants. One of the most frustrating infestations for gardeners is whiteflies. These tiny scourges
Dealing with garden pests and insects in the garden does not need to cost a lot. It does not need to cause harm either. Commercial insecticides take an incredible approach
Dianthus plants the Sweet William flower, are floriferous, and vibrant making them excellent ornamental choices for the garden, or simple borders. Click this article for Sweet William Dianthus care tips and growing details.
Neem oil for mosquitoes? Neem easily protects against pests that are not interested in plants. It is safe for use around humans and pets and won’t harm beneficial bugs when applied correctly. This article shares tips for use in the garden.
You’ve no doubt heard of spider mites and probably seen them without knowing what they were. You often discover them when watering your indoor plants. You notice the leaves are
Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) is a rugged, exciting, and distinctive plant that is not a palm at all and makes an excellent addition to the garden as a specimen or large outdoor container plant. In this article we share tips on growing ponytail palms outdoors.
Do you remember the African Violet care your grandma gave the plants sitting on her kitchen windowsill? Don’t feel bad I don’t either. I do remember they always had flowers
How do you control attacks from aphids on roses? Here’s the scene! It’s springtime, and after a long weekend, coffee in hand, you visit your heirloom rose bush collection. All your
Even the most dedicated plant enthusiasts sometimes forget that their houseplants are living, breathing creatures and could use a little extra TLC. One of the most common issues that an
Stink bugs can be a nuisance. They feed on anything and everything planted in your gardens. Tomatoes, squash, cucumber, and more. Click on this article to learn more on getting rid of Stink Bugs.
If you want to get rid of aphids on roses, vinegar is a natural option. But, is vinegar a good option and a recommended one. Click on this article to learn more about vinegar and aphids or roses. [DETAILS]
Most treatments for whiteflies on gardenia plants recommend insecticides and insecticidal soaps, but there are some other options to consider. Click this article for info on controlling whitefly on Gardenia.
Mealybugs are tiny, soft-bodied, wingless insects covered in a soft grayish or white waxy protective layer. These piercing, sucking, wax-covered insects are only about a fifth of an inch long,
There are a number of common insect pests that can be recognized on-sight, either directly or by the telltale signs they leave (such as the dense webbing of spider mites).
If you see a train of ants traveling to and from your potted plants, relax. They are not there to harm or attack your plant. Instead, they are there to
Plant scale insects come equipped with piercing/sucking mouthparts and are widespread around the world. There are over 8000 types of plant scales, and they feed like (aphids and spider mites)
The beautiful Hibiscus is a member of the Malvaceae plant family. Tropical Hibiscus plants with vibrant blooms and bright colors make any gardener smile. More on Hibiscus tree care. Outdoor
Created from Indian lilac (Azadirachta indica) seeds, neem oil pesticides have earned a reputation as one of the toughest natural remedies against common plant pests available. Even its byproduct, neem
If you have any number of plants in your home or outdoors and have not experienced any pest problems, consider yourself lucky. If you have had your share of little
The Plumeria tree is a fast-growing tropical plant producing masses of fragrant blossoms between March and October. The Plumeria plants reach a height of 30′ feet tall at maturity. This species is
Good Croton plant care produces plants with intense colors. There are many croton plant varieties available with a wide array of colors and leaf shapes. Croton plants make excellent additions
The cactus Cephalocereus senilis (old man cactus) is an odd-looking plant that needs a place in every indoor cactus collection or in an outdoor cactus garden given the right climate.
Spider mites are one of the most common and destructive pests for houseplants. They often appear in warm, dry conditions and may damage or kill a plant in a short amount
Here’s the deal on a homemade spider mite killer on plants! Every gardener needs to understand. The spider mite may be small, but they can damage plants as they suck the life
Gardening is a wonderful and productive hobby. But it can be frustrating to watch the fruits of your labor get destroyed by aphid pests. When pests start feeding, could you