Aphids
 

Ok, I have spent hours planting and creating my patio garden in my condo and I love it!

So I've been wondering why my plants are not growing, so I look close and what do I see


APHIDS!!!

I've heard Lady Bugs are a good way to eat them, any other ideas?

I'm just worried about the chemical sprays on my smaller plants and my dog who loves to eat things on the ground

Any ideas?

Make a nontoxic pesticide by mixing 1 c. vegetable oil with 1 tbsp. liquid dishwashing soap. Add 1 1/2 tsp. solution per cup of warm water to a handheld spray bottle.