Insects harm the yield of cucumbers.
In this article, we will tell you how to effectively get rid of pests.
How to get rid of aphids and mites on cucumbers
If aphids are found during fruiting, then to get rid of it it is better to use insecticides of biological origin.
They are considered safe because they do not contain any chemicals, but work on the basis of beneficial microflora: bacteria, viruses, fungi, etc.
To a bucket of water, it will be enough to add 60 ml of ammonia and 50 ml of liquid soap or dishwashing detergent.
You need to mix everything and treat the plants against aphids.
You can get rid of mites on cucumbers by spraying the plants with a soap solution, a decoction of onion peels, or an infusion of potato or tomato tops.
You can also plant dill to attract ladybugs. This is the natural enemy of the spider mite.
In addition, planting cucumbers together with cabbage, which also repels the pest, can help.
Previously, we told you how and where it is best to grow eggplants.
