nootka
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I've always wanted a nice, large honeysuckle to enjoy, and it's been getting pretty big and providing me with a lot of enjoyment the past few years.
BUT! This year, it seemed to falter when it should have been very large. I looked and the blossoms are covered in aphids. How do I get rid of them (the less toxic to everyone, the better, I really avoid pesticides and herbicides as much as possible)?
I'd love some ideas. I did look it up and couldn't find anything that would really help me since the bush is about 12' tall and fairly large in circumference. It is growing on my back patio up one of the supports for the covered area. The hummingbirds are bummed that the blooms are barely able to open due to the load of aphids. I do know the ladybugs like them....but I think this job is beyond that scope.
Probably need a quick knockdown before I let the ladybugs go.
Liz M.
BUT! This year, it seemed to falter when it should have been very large. I looked and the blossoms are covered in aphids. How do I get rid of them (the less toxic to everyone, the better, I really avoid pesticides and herbicides as much as possible)?
I'd love some ideas. I did look it up and couldn't find anything that would really help me since the bush is about 12' tall and fairly large in circumference. It is growing on my back patio up one of the supports for the covered area. The hummingbirds are bummed that the blooms are barely able to open due to the load of aphids. I do know the ladybugs like them....but I think this job is beyond that scope.
Probably need a quick knockdown before I let the ladybugs go.
Liz M.