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Make and use soapy water against aphids

table of contentsIngredients requiredManufacturingusefrequently asked QuestionsIf aphids (Aphidoidea) suddenly multiply on the plants in the garden or in the house, this is annoying, but still no reason to despair. Because there is a good home remedy that you can quickly make yourself. This is soapy water that is ideal for combating aphids.In a nutshellAphids mostly on leaves in springappear suddenly out of nowhereUse potash or soft soap to make the lyedo not contain colorings, fragrances, th...

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16 plants that aphids don't like

table of contentsPlants that do not like aphids from A to NO to Zfrequently asked QuestionsSome plants are spared from aphids (aphidoidea) when they are cooked because they have an intense smell. This property can be used specifically in mixed cultures to protect plants susceptible to lice.In a nutshellPlant intensely fragrant herbs against aphidsannual herbs well suited for vegetable bedssome protective plants are themselves susceptible to pestsMediterranean herbs are used as an annual cultu...

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Recognize brown rat droppings: this is what it looks like

table of contentsRecognize brown ratsRecognize brown rat droppings - what does it look like?Dangers of brown rat droppingsElimination of brown rat droppings and odorfrequently asked QuestionsBrown rats are one of the most common rat species in Europe. If you suspect that the rodents have also taken up residence in your area, rat droppings are the most striking evidence of an infestation. We'll tell you here how to recognize brown rat droppings.In a nutshellBrown rat droppings as a health risk...

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Fight grass mites: 7 natural home remedies

table of contentsPests with many namesRecognize grass mitesThe paper trickFight grass mitesfrequently asked QuestionsDo you have itchy bites on your legs after spending time in the garden? Grass mites can be the culprit. We show you how to protect yourself and your pets and how to fight grass mites.In a nutshellGrass mites belong to the arachnid familylive on the lymphatic fluid of humans and animalsBites cause severe itching and red hivesGrass mites appear on grass surfaces from spring to au...

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Recognizing oak processionary moths: 10 characteristics

table of contentsWhat are oak processionary moths?Damage imageSize of the caterpillarscolourHairinessLocomotionNestsDiffusion timeactivityRash & allergic reactionsbutterflyfrequently asked QuestionsRecognizing oak processionary moths and their caterpillars is not easy, but important. Because they can not only be dangerous to plants. We show which features help to differentiate.In a nutshelladults are difficult to distinguish from other mothsLocomotion of the caterpillars is unusual and no...

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Fight vine weevils with nematodes

table of contentsSigns of black weevil NematodesApplicationcombinationfrequently asked QuestionsFighting the black weevil (Otiorhynchus) is comparatively easy with nematodes, as long as the right circumstances are observed during application. Here's how it works. In a nutshellControl with nematodes alone is often not enoughCombination with other methods is advisableBlack weevils can cause significant damageeasy spreadingLarvae are killed by the predators in a short timeSigns of black weevil T...

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Lice on tomatoes: what to do

table of contentsHome remedies for aphids on tomatoes1. Effective: soapy water2. Baking sodaEffective plant extracts in lice3. bracken4. Nettle5. Tansy (wormweed)6. Soapwort7. WormwoodLice on tomatoes are a real problem, especially since they multiply quickly and act quickly is therefore essential. In this article you will find out how and with which self-made pesticides you can get rid of the annoying pests.Home remedies for aphids on tomatoesPlant lice such as aphids can do a lot of damage ...

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Tick ​​season 2021: when are ticks active?

table of contentsBeginning of the tick seasonWinter tick active earlyHigh season of ticksVaccinations for risk areasEnd of the tick seasonfrequently asked QuestionsA tick bite can have serious health consequences, so you should always protect yourself from the arachnids. When ticks are active depends directly on the current temperature. Read here which tick season can be expected in 2021.In a nutshell2021 could be a strong tick season again due to mild weatherThe beginning of the tick season ...

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Recognize cockchafer larva: information on appearance

table of contentsAppearanceOther featuresfrequently asked QuestionsThe cockchafer larva is one of the most dangerous pests in the garden because it mainly feeds on plant roots. If you fear and want to confirm an infestation by grubs, you need to recognize it.In a nutshellCockchafer larvae can be clearly recognized by their sizethey have 3 pairs of legs and strong mouth limbsmost often come in white, cream or graydo not reside outside the earthAppearanceThe cockchafer larva can be easily recog...

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Recognize flea bite in humans with a picture

Source: S. Rae from Scotland, UK, Psylliodes sp. - Flickr - p. Rae, edited by Plantopedia, CC BY 2.0table of contentsGround flea bite: Typical characteristicsAllergic reactionDifferentiation from grass mitesfrequently asked QuestionsEvery gardener knows the problem: after weeding or mowing the lawn, reddish spots appear on the skin. We show you how to recognize a flea bite and which one characteristics distinguish it from that of grass mites.In a nutshelltiny leaf beetles that live near the g...

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