Spider Mites!

[Shauntell]

I have a spider mite infestation from my hydrangea and I don't know if you can spray carnivorous plants down with soapy water like you do for ohter plants. I don't like to do the unnatural way, (hippy parents) but I'll do what it takes. Anyone know anythin' about it?

 

[cephalotus88]

Hold the plant upside down over water, spray the #### out of it with distilled water, repeat 2 times a week.

 

[Shauntell]

Thankyou cephalotus, how long do I need to spray it for?

 

[Shauntell]

Ha stupid question huh. Don't answer I know. Until they're gone. Make mental note think before posting.

 

[cephalotus88]

there is no such thing as a stupid ?

Anyways, once they are all gone, the adults atleast, keep at it for another week or so because you want to get all the tiny babies and eggs off too.

 

[Shauntell]

Hey thank you again for the info. This site is wonderful.

 

[adnedarn]

i think i have herd before you can put the whole plant under water for like a day or two as sometimes happens in the wild.. durring this the pests will die... someone please post if they have herd/tried this...

 

[Guest]

Yes it works ( i have done it b4 ).

Just put in a bowl of distilled water....keep away from the other plants, and leave it submerged for 2 days.

That really should take care of the problem.