| Method | Recipe (Metric) | Application Frequency | Safe for Vegetable Plants | Safe for Ornamental Plants | Additional Tips |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌿 Neem Oil Spray | Mix 2-5 mL of neem oil with 1 liter of water | Every 7-14 days | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | - Apply in the early morning or late evening. |
| 🌶️ Garlic and Pepper Spray | Combine 15 g of minced garlic and 15 g of chili pepper with 1 liter of water | Every 7-10 days | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | - Ensure thorough coverage, including undersides. |
| 🧼 Soapy Water Solution | Mix 5-10 mL of mild liquid soap in 1 liter of water | Every 5-7 days | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | - Use a mild, non-detergent soap. |
| 🛒 Commercial Organic Sprays | Follow the dilution rate on the product label | As directed on label | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | - Choose products labeled safe for organic gardening. |
| 🌱 Companion Planting | Plant aphid-repelling herbs and flowers nearby | N/A | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | - Promotes biodiversity and deters aphids naturally. |
| 🐞 Beneficial Insects | Release ladybugs, lacewings, or parasitic wasps | N/A | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | - Purchase beneficial insects from a local supplier. |
| 🍅 Tomato Leaf Spray | Blend tomato leaves with water (100 g leaves per 1 liter of water), steep overnight, strain, and spray | Every 7-10 days | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | - Effective for tomatoes and related plants. |
| 🌿 Mint Oil Spray | Mix 15-20 mL of mint essential oil in 1 liter of water | Every 7-14 days | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | - Provides a pleasant scent in the garden. |
| 🌿 Eucalyptus Oil Spray | Dilute 10 mL of eucalyptus oil in 1 liter of water | Every 7-14 days | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | - Has a strong aroma that may deter aphids. |
Additional Tips:
- Regularly inspect your plants for aphids, especially the undersides of leaves.
- Prune and remove heavily infested plant parts to reduce aphid populations.
- Maintain proper watering to reduce stress on plants.
- Use fine mesh netting to protect susceptible plants from aphids.
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