Is neem oil safe for string of pearls pests?
Is neem oil on string of pearls ok to get of many’s?
0ft to light, direct
6” pot with drainage
Last watered 6 days ago
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@BonusPhalsa Hello and welcome to Greg, Lori!
Pests
The two most likely String of Pearls pests are mealybugs and aphids.
The best way to deal with bugs on your Curio rowleyanus is by preventing them from turning up in the first place.
A monthly spritz of an insecticidal solution such as neem oil or insecticidal soap is your best bet to keep these insects at bay.
However, if they slip past your defenses, you should be able to easily get rid of them.
Mealybugs will resemble little tufts of cotton on the leaves and stems. Spray them with rubbing alcohol to kill them.
Aphids are small, green flying insects. Give your String of Pearls a gentle spraying in the sink or shower to clean them off.
Pests
The two most likely String of Pearls pests are mealybugs and aphids.
The best way to deal with bugs on your Curio rowleyanus is by preventing them from turning up in the first place.
A monthly spritz of an insecticidal solution such as neem oil or insecticidal soap is your best bet to keep these insects at bay.
However, if they slip past your defenses, you should be able to easily get rid of them.
Mealybugs will resemble little tufts of cotton on the leaves and stems. Spray them with rubbing alcohol to kill them.
Aphids are small, green flying insects. Give your String of Pearls a gentle spraying in the sink or shower to clean them off.
Here is the little bugger. Looks like a tiny fly.
