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Originally Posted by RinTinTin
For aphids, I have always simply dusted with wood ash. I have had great results with it. Repeat applications will be need if new swarms arrive, or the next generation hatches. If any of your congregation heats with wood, find some way to collect their ashes ("Bring 'em to church with you every Sunday"). The aphids simply die on the spot within minutes, to be washed onto the soil with the next rain or sprinkling. Cheap, and safe...no HazMat certificate required.
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Thanks for the tip.........its one that I've ever heard/thought of. I have an endless supply of wood stove ash, looks like I'll be saving some for this summer.