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black sandfly-looking insect
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Posted by bookpert wa (My Page) on Thu, Sep 22, 05 at 8:54
The young garlic plants, chives & lemon trees (branches & leaves)have been attacked by the black, sandfly looking stuff. They suck the plants till they die - very quickly in a matter of days. When sqaueezed these pests ooze out blood. They form black patches on the plant. I've tried all sorts of organic sprays & also hosed them to no avail. I'm desparate to get rid of them as all my precious plants are being killed off.
I'd appreciate some advice.
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RE: black sandfly-looking insect
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| Sounds like aphids,or Fungus gnats |
RE: black sandfly-looking insect
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It does sound a lot like black aphids. Have you tried a pyrethrum based insecticide?
Cheers,
Dee. |
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