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- Effective control of pests on sage - that's how it works
- Detecting and removing cicadas of sage - that's the way it works
- Effectively prevent cicadas
- Counteract spider mites by natural means
- Tips & Tricks
Effective control of pests on sage - that's how it works
The most careful care runs into the void when sage is haunted by pests. Back lice and consorts in hosts, there is immediate need for action. How to combat the culprits by natural means, learn here.
Detecting and removing cicadas of sage - that's the way it works
Cicadas are considered the largest visitation to sage. With their suckling action, they cause greater harm to the herb plant than the omnipresent aphids. Since the pests with their proboscis also transmit diseases, a consistent fight is inevitable. These symptoms indicate an infestation:
In the early stages, the beasts can be caught with a net or sticky yellow sheets. In biological control, the preparation Neem Azal T / S has achieved good results.
Effectively prevent cicadas
So that your sage does not get into trouble at all, you can prevent the onset of planting an infestation. Protect the herb plant with a close-knit insect net. If cicadas already appeared in the garden in previous years, a location should be chosen as far away as possible. Powdering with rock flour in spring and autumn also keeps the parasites at bay.
Counteract spider mites by natural means
If the summer comes dry and warm, spider mites make their way over the velvety sage leaves. The tiny pests themselves are only visible late with the naked eye. Look for the delicate webs in the leaf axils. With these home remedies you are sustainable against the breed:
Apply this treatment every 1-2 days until no spider mites are detected.
Tips & Tricks
Pests do not know the difference between crops and weeds. Control of caterpillars, lice and other parasites should therefore always go hand in hand with consistent removal of weeds throughout the garden. This also includes leaving no leaves on the ground in the fall as mulch. Wilted leaves are used by both pests and fungal spores as a welcome wintering ground.
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