a couple of questions
Jacinda and Barry (Tue, 15 Aug 2006 18:06:00 PDT)

Hi Mary,

I used to have problems with Spider Mites but mostly on potted colour such
as African Violets. Have had issues with them also on some Gladiolus.

Try spraying with Pyrethrum or Malathion. Systemic insecticides work well
also but are usually quite strong and toxic (fumes not nice either although
they do dissipate within a few days.) If you Google natural pesticides on
the Internet you should come up with some good recipes. Garlic and Chilli
ones with dishwashing liquid work well.

Would be interested to hear how you go.

I have just had to spray about 15 outdoor indoor potted colour but bulbs
appear rel. OK this year in this respect.

Happy gardening

Jacinda
Wilson, WA
where I have Snowflakes, Cyclamen, Daffodils, Bearded Iris, Freesias,
Veltheimia, Lachenalia, Tazetta Daffodils and Tritelia flowering. Also
Gerberas and Primula acaulis and the new type of Primula - Rosanna flowering
too.

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From: "Mary Gutierrez" <norwesgard@earthlink.net>
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Sent: Tuesday, August 15, 2006 9:33 AM
Subject: [pbs] a couple of questions

"> Also -- this summer I have what appear to be spider mites on my