How to get rid of aphids and squash beetles organically

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Hi! Each year I struggle with aphids! The decimate my roses!! My pumpkins and cucumbers were killed by beetles! I really want to get rid of all the chemicals and become healthy thru organic foods! Help! Thank you!! :-D

Judy Capone Mantell · Answer

I buy ladybugs who take care of the aphids really fast. Check out this site for other ideas: http://www.naturallivingideas.com/12-organic-ways-get-rid-aphids/

Mary Jo Spain · Answer

http://www.hometalk.com/diy/how-to-get-rid-of-your-7-most-hated-bugs-8582024?se=fol_new-20150527&utm_medium=email&utm_source=fol_new&date=20150527

Mary Jo Spain · Answer

my link above is about 7 pests including Aphids- ladybugs eat them!

Rivelle Rogue · Answer

Sprinkle some cinnamon. Most pests don't like it an it wards off fungus as well.

TENITA DEAL · Answer

I deal with this often since I have lots of roses. Simple---put rubbing alcohol into a spray bottle and spray the buds where you see the aphids. Last time I did this rain came pouring down soon after, so I had to repeat after a few days. Alcohol is cheap at the Dollar Store.

Tikva Morrow · Answer

Hi @Ms. M - Hometalk just wrote a super helpful article on getting rid of bugs (thanks @Mary Jo Spain for sharing it here). For Aphids, ladybugs are a great option, but also adding chopped up banana peel to the top layer of soil will do wonders to keep them away! Good luck :)

Shirley Adams · Answer

The bananas are also rich in potassium which roses love. My roses are doing great also plant garlic nearby it wards off lots pests.

Chas' Crazy Creations · Answer

Here's a post that might help - https://chascrazycreations.com/keep-pests-out-of-your-garden/

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