Wayne offers advice for dealing with insects manually by checking the underside of leaves. He says Seven Dust is a low-toxicity insecticide that controls 100 different pests. But it should not be used on flowering plants, because it is toxic to bees. Wayne offers a formula for combating fire ants that includes orange oil and Dawn dish detergent.
Master Gardener Tips On Dealing With Garden Bugs
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