Aphids exist in most areas of the continental United States. Aphids are very small, soft insects that come in a variety of colors depending on the species including: black, yellow green, or pink. Depending on what stage of life the aphid is in it could have wings or it may be wingless. Aphids feed on a very wide range of plants but it is widely known that their favorite type is most types of ornamental plants. Aphids normally feed on the new growth of plants because it is easier for them attach and suck the juices out. Once all the plant juice has been extracted by the aphids the leaf will normally turn yellow and die.

It is interesting to note that Aphids secrete sugary fluid call honeydew that is known to attract ants. This Aphis honeydew is also known to cause a black fungus that spreads across the infected plant quickly. Aphids are typically less than tenth of an inch long but they always appear in large cluster since the can multiply so quickly the are not all that difficult to spot. Aphids also damage can damage plant in your garden because they carry diseases from plant to plant.

To control the spread and multiplication of Aphid in your garden you should first start by spraying you plants with a strong stream of water to quickly reduce the amount of aphids that are consuming your plant. If Aphids return you can try and use a light insecticide or there are many readily available horticulture oils that should also help control the problem. Also, when spraying, make sure to get the top and bottoms of the leaves to insure you are getting all of the Aphids.

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