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Prevent, control houseplant pests - Sherwood Park News

Prevent, control houseplant pests Sherwood Park News When this happens, they are more vulnerable to pests like aphids, whileflies, and mealy bugs, who are all too happy to take advantage of a weakened immune system. Healthy, vigorous plants repel pests much better than sickly plants. If your houseplant ...

Fight those itsy-bitsy indoor plant pests - NOLA.com

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Fight those itsy-bitsy indoor plant pests NOLA.com There is no rain to wash off insects, and the temperatures are mild year-round. Also, there are no natural predators indoors to help control insect populations. Insects can spread rapidly because we often group houseplants together in well-lighted ...

Cooperative Extension: Caring for houseplants through the winter - Conway Daily Sun

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Cooperative Extension: Caring for houseplants through the winter Conway Daily Sun Insect pests can also show up on houseplants during the winter, the most common pest to see are spidermites, mealybugs and scales. Spidermites thrive in hot dry situations which are common indoors during the winter. These tiny mites are hard to see ...

Keep a sharp eye on your house plants - Brantford Expositor

Keep a sharp eye on your house plants Brantford Expositor By DENZIL SAWYER E very indoor gardener is aware that the care of houseplants is not limited to watering and occasional fertilizing. It soon becomes apparent that each plant has its peculiar requirements to remain healthy and attractive.

Master Gardeners: Keeping your houseplants green and growing - Marin Independent-Journal

Master Gardeners: Keeping your houseplants green and growing Marin Independent-Journal Don't overfeed; many of the pests that plague houseplants thrive on the lush new growth that results from lots of fertilizer. Cleaning leaves to remove dust helps to maintain the amount of light the plant receives. Plants with smooth leaves can simply ...