| Check out this site for positive identification of leaf-miner. Carbaryl probably won't affect the leaf miner because the little critter will be protected inside the leaf. White oil is fairly innocuous and one of the very few insect control measures I use (on scale insects). It is not a poison - check out http://www.afcd.gov.hk/agriculture/eng/pso_e.htm You could also remove the affected leaves, secure them in a plastic bag and put them in the bin - no more moths to hatch out to lay more eggs. |
Here is a link that might be useful: http://www.dpi.qld.gov.au/business/7320.html
| Just found a recipe for a homemade white oil - vegetable oil and Sunlight dishwashing detergent. Check site for instructions. |
Here is a link that might be useful: http://www.abc.net.au/brisbane/stories/s780287.htm
I can't honestly say I've used this on much other than bromeliads and gardenias, and I would be worried about the sun too.
But MP put me on to this concoction which is called "Dr Bob's Salad Dressing" made from Canola oil and supposedly breaks down a lot quicker than the commercial white oils. Just a thought. |
Here is a link that might be useful: canola white oil mix
