Problem of white insects in plant care
Plants planted on the terrace and balcony of the house not only enhance the beauty but also provide peace to the mind. However, sometimes small white insects appear on the leaves, stems and young branches of plants, even if they have been properly cared for.
These insects start sucking the sap of the plants, due to which the leaves start turning yellow and the growth of the plants stops. In such a situation, people are forced to buy expensive pesticides. But, you can cure these plants by using some common household ingredients. Let us know what measures can be taken for this.
Ingredients for making homemade solution for white worms
If you want to make a homemade solution, you don't need a lot of ingredients. Just use the following simple things:
1 liter clean water
half teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon mild liquid dishwash soap
3-4 drops of oil
Keep in mind that do not use cleaner with strong chemicals instead of dishwash soap. Also, keep the amount of oil less so that there is no excess grease on the leaves.
How to prepare white worm solution
– First of all, pour 1 liter water in a clean vessel.
– Add half teaspoon baking soda to it and mix well.
Then add mild dishwash soap and a few drops of oil.
– Mix all the ingredients well and fill them in a clean spray bottle.
– Your white solution is ready, which you can use on plants.
How to Use White Solution on Plants
When using this solution, first spray a little on one or two leaves of the plant and wait for 24-48 hours. If there are no signs of burning, yellowing or spots on the leaves, use it in limited quantities.
While spraying, pay attention to the underside of the leaves and places where white insects are visible. Do not spray it in strong sunlight; Morning or evening time is better. There is no need to soak the entire plant. Spray lightly on affected areas. If there are more insects, first remove them with a wet cloth or cotton.