Vodka vs. Aphid
Aphids are one of the most harmful insects, with various species of which summer residents meet on their sites. So, grapes and citrus fruits are affected by mealy aphids, and apple trees are threatened. pome fruit treescherry harm cherries and cherries, almost omnivorous is the potato species - it can live on potatoes, cabbage, and tomatoes. Living on the plant as a whole colony, the pests dry it using cell sap as food. As a result, garden leaves begin to wilt,turn yellow and fall off. To protect the garden and the garden from attacks of pests will help folk remedies. So well proven vodka from aphids. You can process it:
- fruit trees (including Apple tree, pear, plum and cherry);
- roses;
- currant;
- cucumbers;
- tomatoes;
- pepper;
- cabbage;
- viburnum;
- dill;
- raspberries;
- houseplants.
Signs of defeat
It is not always possible to detect a pest in the garden in a timely manner. Aphid able to disguise, acquiring the color of those parts of the green plantings on which they live. The presence of aphids is indicated by the following symptoms:
- twisting and wilting leaves;
- dropping of inflorescences and ovaries;
- the presence of honeydew (honeydew), which insects release during their life processes, causing the leaves to become sticky and shiny;
- emergence on young shoots and inflorescences of soot fungus.
Such signs indicate the infestation of the plant by aphids, and the need for urgent action. Many gardeners in this situation prefer folk remedies, as they are safe for the plants themselves and human health. Vodka delivers fast enough from aphids.
Features of the method
For some, this may seem surprising, but vodka against aphids is truly one of the most effective and creative ways of dealing with a pest. When applied externally, this product does not pose a danger to humans, and its combination with other drugs does not require additional conditions and tools.
Vodka is used for the manufacture of medicinal tinctures, as an antiseptic, in cooking and cosmetology. Found her use in the garden and garden, sprinkling plants from aphids. Moreover, the product is not mixed with water, and use the finished alcoholic beverage. It is enough just to screw a dispenser on a bottle of vodka and treat the infected plant.
On a note!
Strengthening the sticking properties of the solution to the leaves will help liquid soap (0.5 liters only need 2-3 tablespoons.). Leaf plates and the stem of the infected plantings are treated with vodka on both sides, trying not to fall on the inflorescences.
It is also possible to use alcohol diluted with water in a 1: 1 ratio to combat aphids. The resulting solution is used to wipe the leaves mechanically.Despite the fact that this recipe for dealing with aphids is more laborious, it gives a more effective result.
The effectiveness of this method have already been able to convince many lovers of garden and garden work. The only drawback of this processing method is the high cost of the drink itself. Therefore, the fight against aphids vodka is acceptable only for small areas.
Reviews
The treatment of currant with vodka combined with millet, which was scattered around the bush. The very next day neither black antsnor aphid - a terrific effect!
Elena, Skadovsk
It can and effectively, but it can afford a decent hit. Processing is much cheaper Coca cola or soapy water. And for vodka, you can find other uses.
Alexander, Saratov
Roses from aphids rescued vodka, really amazing effect. You can even use moonshine. In parallel, I apply modern insecticides..
Anna, Kaluga