How to eliminate the aphid with Fairy

Aphids attract ants

There are several pests that can affect our crops, one of the most common and also one of the most annoying being the aphid. It usually appears during the spring season, which is when the stems begin to sprout. It is then when we must begin to be attentive to the appearance of these annoying bugs. Taking into account that they are quite frequent, it is worth knowing how to combat them. Apart from giving some solutions, we will talk about how to eliminate the aphid with Fairy. Yes, with Fairy, that soap that we have at home to clean the dishes.

Eliminate aphids with Fairy is a good alternative to insecticides. There are many different soap-based products on the market, such as potassium soap. The usefulness of soap against molasses cleaning and egg dehydration is very interesting if we have crops. For this reason, in this article we will not only explain what aphids are and how to get rid of them, but we will also specify the method in which the Fairy is used.

What is the aphid?

Aphids are one of the most frequent and destructive pests

When we talk about aphids, we refer to some small insects that They feed on the sap of plants. They have a very large reproductive capacity, thus becoming one of the most annoying and destructive pests in agriculture, horticulture, forestry and gardens and green spaces in general. Depending on the species of aphid, the damage it can cause varies, but is usually the following:

  • Nutrient extraction: As a consequence, the growth of the affected plant is reduced, causing a deformation of the leaves, even leading to wilting.
  • Molasses secretion: Aphids absorb so much sugar that they secrete it as honeydew. This substance makes both the leaves and the fruits sticky. As a consequence, the fungal disease called «bold«, photosynthesis may be affected and affected vegetables and fruits may not be sold.
  • Transmission of toxic substances: Through the saliva of aphids, they can transmit certain toxic substances that can deform the apical area of ​​affected plants.
  • Virus transmission: In the same way, aphids can transfer various viruses, such as CMV (cucumber mosaic virus)

As for symptom that the plants will present when they have aphids, are the following:

  • Loss of vigor
  • Wilting of the leaves
  • No new shoots
  • Appearance of other diseases in the plant (when the plague is already more advanced)
  • Appearance of many ants, as they are attracted by aphids and molasses

How to get rid of the aphid plague?

There are several natural remedies to eliminate aphids

Luckily we have several possibilities to combat the aphid plague. The ideal would be to try first with home remedies. We can use several products that will help us eliminate aphids:

  • Garlic
  • Fairy (we'll discuss it later)
  • Introduce natural predators of aphids
  • Potassium soap
  • Plants that help protect the crop naturally
  • nettle slurry
  • Vinegar

You can find out more about home remedies for aphids and other pests here. Apart from the products that we have mentioned above, We can also use essential oils and vegetable oils to eliminate these annoying insects. These should be applied directly to the affected area. But be careful, it is not advisable to abuse the oils, as they can prevent the vegetable from continuing with its vital functions in a normal way. An excess of oil could cause serious damage and even the death of the plant. One of the essential oils most used to combat pests is the neem oil.

Obviously, if home and natural remedies do not work, we will always have the option of resorting to artificial insecticides and pesticides. These can be purchased at specialty garden stores and florists. Of course, it is very important that we read the instructions well and follow them to avoid damaging the plants.

Eliminate the aphid with Fairy

Another option we have to eliminate the aphid is with Fairy. When we say Fairy, of course we can refer to any dishwashing soap, whatever the brand. Of course, since it is an application at the agricultural level, it is best to choose the one that contains fewer additives and surfactants, such as dyes and flavorings. In the case of Fairy, we know that this brand does not have elements that are considered toxic or with a residue limit, such as ammonium and quaternary phosphonates. For this reason, Fairy is often used to eliminate aphids or other pests, such as whiteflies, in intensive greenhouse agriculture.

When we fight pests with ecological means, it is key that we are patient and that we increase the frequency of application of treatments. In general, to eliminate the aphid with Fairy, or with any other soap, treatment should be done every three to five days until the pest has completely disappeared from the vegetables.

Dose to eliminate the aphid with Fairy

When it comes to eliminating the aphid with Fairy, we must take into account the dose that we will apply. In the case of the presence of this plague is very large, it is necessary to carry out a first treatment with a higher dose and thus eliminate the largest possible number of aphids. The most recommended is dilute ten milliliters of Fairy in a liter of water and carry out the foliar application.

Then we will have to carry out several intensive treatments every three to five days until we have completely eliminated the pest. Also by foliar application, the dose in this case is two milliliters of Fairy for every liter of water. In addition, it is highly advisable to add two additional milliliters of vinegar or bleach for each liter of water.

We already know everything there is to know about how to eliminate aphids with Fairy. If you have already tried this treatment to combat the plague, you can tell us in the comments how it went for you.


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  1.   Jose said

    For organic almond trees, is this treatment useful?

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Jose.
      Yes of course. The only thing that before consuming them has to be washed with water, but that's it 🙂
      A greeting.