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QUESTION: Hi i just saw aphids on my carnivore collection and there making alot of
damage to this plant I just need to know what pesticide is good for this
plants. and i also need to know that im going on a vacation for about 2 weeks
and i want to know how long carnivore plant can survive wihtout water? P.S If
they cant survive with enought water i just ask my friend to take care for
them or buy a water storage tank thing.
ANSWER: Hi Aaron,
Use a Neem or Pyrethrins based product. Just follow the label directions. You may need to repeat an application at the recommend rate. Systemic insecticides are more effective, but the one we have used for years (acephate or Orthene) is being discontinued. We haven't had a chance to test imacloprid products for safety on cp.
During hot summer weather two weeks is too long. Unless you have the plants in very large containers they will dry out. You will need to have someone water, or set up an automatic system.
Good Growing!
Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
http://www.cobraplant.com
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QUESTION: Oh i have one more thing i here that people use vegatable oil to kill aphids, will
that work or it will kill my plants
Hi Aaron,
I don't have any experience doing this. You would need to find out specifically how they use the vegetable oil to kill aphids. Try it on a plant you could part with as a test. Generally Sarracenia are pretty tough. Let me know how it works.
Good Growing!
Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
http://www.cobraplant.com
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If your plant is showing poor growth, discoloration, abnormal leaves or possible infestation, the growers at Sarracenia Northwest can help! Carnivorous plant experts Jeff Dallas and Jacob Farin will help you diagnose the problem and get your plants on the right track. Their no nonsense approach has helped thousands of growers all over the world. They can help you too!
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