Aphid - one of the most common pests of garden trees. It brings great harm to plants, up to their death. In this article we will look at how dangerous aphids are in trees and how to deal with this scourge.
What is dangerous for aphids plums
Due to the prevalence of the pest, every gardener needs to know how the aphid looks on the sink and how to deal with it. The size of beetles reach no more than 2 mm, they are black, green, brown, yellow, red. Some representatives have wings. They multiply very quickly. One female produces up to 150 babies in two weeks. Pests live under foliage, on buds. In the affected plants, the foliage becomes glossy, curls, buds and buds fall. Trees bloom badly and bear fruit.
The harm of aphids is that the beetles feed on the sap of the plant and destroy all greens. The tree stops receiving the necessary amount of nutrients from the soil, weakens, becomes vulnerable to adverse climatic conditions and diseases. Plum, affected by aphids, does not tolerate frosts and may freeze with a significant decrease in temperature. Aphids leave sticky secretions on the plant that prevent the tree from absorbing oxygen. These secretions also create favorable conditions for the infection of the plum with fungal diseases, which can lead to the death of the tree.
Did you know? Aphid has some useful properties. It produces sweet dew, which serves as a bee for the production of honey, as well as a source of nitrogen fertilizer.
How to get rid of aphids on plum, proven methods
The earlier the pest is found, the easier it is to fight it. In addition, pests from one tree will move to another, destroying all plantings in their district. Today, there are many ways, drugs and mixtures aimed at combating aphids. They all have their pros and cons.
When choosing a particular tool you need to consider several factors:
- plant height;
- lesion volume;
- climatic conditions;
- the degree of density of planting in the garden.
Depending on the indicated factors, the following methods of pest control are used:
- mechanical;
- chemical;
- biological.
Important! Plum - the most favorite tree for aphids, and the fight against it is very difficult. Therefore, the plant must be regularly inspected for the presence of pests.
Mechanical ways to get rid of aphids on plum
The mechanical method of fighting pest bugs is used only in cases where the tree has reached a small size and the volume of damage to the plant by the aphids is small. In other situations, it is ineffective. This method is especially popular for the treatment of young saplings and trees, as well as during periods of fruiting.
If the pests have just surrounded the plum and the affected areas can be counted on the fingers, it is necessary to remove the leaves on which the aphids have started. These leaves need to be collected in a pile and burn. If they are simply thrown on the ground, the pests will quickly find a new prey. From a small tree aphids can also be washed off with a powerful jet of water from under the hose.
How to deal with aphids on plum chemicals
Chemical treatment is one of the most common and fast-acting ways to get rid of aphids on a plum. With it, you can quickly and effectively remove large families of pests. However, this method involves treating the tree with poisonous substances, so it should be used only in cases of large damage and very carefully, adhering to all safety rules. Spring processing of plums from aphids begins in mid-March. The second treatment is carried out during the period of bud formation, the third - during the appearance of buds. If the pests attack the plants and after the work, spraying is carried out again.
Did you know? Aphid during the entire period of development may change its color several times.
Consider what you can handle plum from aphids in the spring. The most effective drugs include:
- "Sharpay";
- Karbafoss;
- "Dimetatad".
These drugs are good reviews, do not cause addiction in the pest. Suitable for multiple use. Dilute drugs must be strictly according to the instructions. Wood processing is carried out by spraying. In this case, be sure to use gloves, a gauze bandage or a mask, goggles. Processing is carried out one or one and a half months before harvest.
The use of biological preparations
Biological agents do not immediately affect pests. This is their minus in front of chemicals that act literally on the second day. For the influence of biologics takes about 5-10 days. However, they have many advantages. Biological products can be used to remove the aphids on the plum after flowering. Chemicals are used only up to this point and in the first few days after flowering. Biological products are harmless to people, bees, they can be used during the fruiting period.
Important! Fruits can not be eaten within 2-3 days after treatment with biological preparations.
The most effective biological drugs include:
- "Fitoverm";
- "Akarin";
- "Tanrek";
- "Entobacterin".
The best folk remedies against aphids on plum
In addition to purchased, there are a large number of popular methods of dealing with aphids. A very effective method is considered the processing of plums tincture of tomato leaves. To prepare the substance, the lower leaves of the tomato should be chopped and soaked overnight. Then strain, pour into a container and spray. 
Aphids are afraid of garlic. It is necessary to take 4 cloves and finely chop. Then add 20 g of vegetable oil, half a liter of water and a teaspoon of liquid soap to the mixture. Before processing the mixture must be diluted in water (2 tablespoons per 5 liters of water). Good reviews also enjoy onion tincture. Onion head medium size should be chopped, soak for 5 hours in a liter of water, add 5 g of soap. The mixture is ready. Citrus peel extract acts very well against aphids. To prepare this, 100 g of dry peel is poured with a liter of warm water and infused for three days.
Did you know? To combat aphids effectively use the drink Coca-Cola. To do this, take a two-liter bottle, put on her spray and sprayed wood.
How to prevent the appearance of aphids on plum preventive action
It is very difficult to fight against aphids, therefore it is better to prevent an illness than to get rid of it for a long time. To prevent the occurrence of pests, do not over-apply nitrogen fertilizer to the soil. Bugs do not like some plants (calendula, garlic, onions, chamomile). Planting them near the plum, you can protect the tree from aphids. If aphids are found on plants that are close to the plum, it is better to treat the plum with an infusion of garlic or onion.
Important! Aphid - a favorite treat of ants. Do not plant a tree near the anthill. They will transfer pests to the plant.
One of the important preventive measures is the systematic cleaning of weeds around the tree. Feeding the soil with wood ash will help protect the plants from the invasion of aphids. In addition, you need to remove basal shoots, and in the fall to remove dry dead pieces of bark from the tree. Now you know how to recognize the lamb on the sink and how to deal with it. It is best to carry out preventive treatment of the plant by folk or chemical means in spring and autumn in order to prevent contamination of the plant.
