Saturday, February 11, 2012

Tiny red bugs on tomato plant?

There are really tiny red bugs on my tomato plants. This is my first year having a garden so I'd like to get something out of it. I think these bugs are slowly chewing holes in the leaves. I think they might be mites. What can I do to get rid of them? Are there some home remedies, I'd rather not spray insecticides? They're also spreading to my cucumber.

Tiny red bugs on tomato plant?
Sounds like red spider mites. As for getting rid of them, if you look around online, there are certain (nontoxic) things that you can make at home to get rid of them. If anything, you can always get an insecticidal soap. It's easier on the environment but is just as effective.
Reply:Sounds like spider mites. Try a good blast of water on the mites from the hose every day... they tend to thrive in dry conditions. Also consider a horticultural soap spray. There are miticides available, but I don't care to eat tomatoes sprayed with most of them.



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Reply:I suggest starting over since it's still early in the season. As to non-toxic ways to killing insects on tomatos I've given up...There is a product called Safer Soap you might want to try if you have the time.

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