If your rose garden is infested with aphids and you are looking for natural and ecological solutions to get rid of them, you are in the right place.
In this article, we will explore together 4 effective remedies to defeat aphids without the use of harmful chemicals.
Find out how to care for your roses safely and naturally.
Why do aphids attack your rose bushes?
Young rose bushes, in particular, tend to attract aphids because of their sweetness growth tips.
The use of nitrogen-rich fertilizers can stimulate plant growth, but at the same time makes rose gardens more attractive to these pests.
Aphids feed on the leaves, causing deformation and stunted growth.
Prevention of aphids in rose gardens
Before aphids begin their invasion, you can take some preventative measures. Plant lavender, take o nasturtium near your rose bushes can help keep them away.
These plants attract ladybugthe main natural predators of aphids, and can significantly reduce the likelihood of an infestation.
Black soap and water solution
Effectively combats aphids using a solution based on water and black soap.
Prepare the solution by diluting 1 teaspoon of natural black soap, 1 teaspoon of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of 90° alcohol in 1 liter of water.
Spray the solution directly on the leaves twice a day, preferably in the morning and in the evening, for 4-5 consecutive days.
Using coffee grounds
Coffee grounds are an excellent solution for repelling black aphids and other parasites such as snails and ants.
Simply sprinkle coffee grounds around and on the infested plants. Repeat the operation regularly to keep aphids away and promote the well-being of your rose gardens.
Splash of white vinegar
White vinegar is famous for its anti-parasitic properties. Dilute one part vinegar to ten parts water and spray the solution directly onto the leaves and stems.
This solution is not harmful to plants and is very effective in eradicating green, yellow and black aphids.
Purin of nettle or rhubarb
Nettle purin is a natural remedy that is powerful as both a fertilizer and an antiparasitic solution.
To prepare it, leave 28 g of nettles to infuse in a cup of 240 ml of boiling water for 30 minutes. Strain the leaves and stems, then spray the diluted solution (1 part purin to 10 parts water) on the leaves.
Alternatively, rhubarb purin is made by macerating 1 kg of rhubarb leaves in 10 liters of water for 72 hours. After straining the mixture, spray it on your rose gardens to repel aphids.
