What to do about Begonia Peanut Insect
In the past 10 days, the problem of crabapple peanut insects has become one of the hot topics of concern among gardening enthusiasts. Begonia flower is a common ornamental plant, and the prevention and control of pests and diseases has always been the focus of maintenance. The following is a detailed analysis and solution to this problem, compiled based on hot discussions across the Internet.
1. Common pest types and symptoms of crabapple flowers
| Pest name | Hazard characteristics | High incidence period |
|---|---|---|
| aphid | Gathers buds and sucks sap from the back of leaves, causing leaves to curl and turn yellow. | Spring and summer (April-August) |
| Starscream | Small yellow-white spots appear on the leaves, and in severe cases, they form webs. | Dry season (May-September) |
| scale insect | White waxy secretions are attached to the stems, and the plant growth stagnates | All year round (prone indoors in winter) |
2. Top 5 prevention and treatment methods that are hotly discussed on the Internet
| method | support rate | Operational points |
|---|---|---|
| Physical removal method | 83% | Use a cotton swab dipped in alcohol to wipe the insect body, or wash it with a high-pressure water gun |
| biological control law | 76% | Introducing natural enemy insects such as ladybugs and lacewings |
| homemade insecticide | 68% | Garlic water/pepper water spray (1:50 dilution) |
| chemicals | 55% | Imidacloprid (aphids), Difenazine (red spider mites) |
| environmental control law | 49% | Maintain ventilation and avoid over-crowding |
3. Prevention and control timetable recommended by experts
| time period | Prevention and control measures | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| 6-8 am | The best time to catch insects manually | Insect body activity is slow |
| Within 24 hours after rain | Spray protective agent | Avoid taking medication during periods of strong light |
| When changing pots in spring and autumn | Soil disinfection treatment | You can scald the soil with boiling water or expose it to the sun |
4. Reminder of recent popular prevention and treatment misunderstandings
1.Over-reliance on pesticides: The "three-day spraying method" recommended by a blogger has been proven to lead to drug resistance. Experts recommend that the interval should be no less than 7 days.
2.Wrong combination of medicines: Recent hot searches for #海棠花PHARMACEUTICAL INJURY# show that mixing emulsifiable concentrates with foliar fertilizers can easily cause burns.
3.Ignoring precautions: A popular Douyin video shows that regular spraying of 0.5% baking soda water can reduce the incidence of insect pests by 42%
5. Long-term management plan
1.Variety selection: Varieties such as Xifu Begonia and Chuisi Begonia have strong insect resistance
2.Cultivation skills: Keep plant distance above 60cm and avoid shaded environment
3.Monitoring and early warning: Use yellow sticky insect boards (hang 1-2 pieces per plant) for real-time monitoring
4.Nutritional management: Control the amount of nitrogen fertilizer and increase the application of phosphorus and potassium fertilizer to improve resistance.
According to recent data from horticulture forums, crabapple growers who adopt comprehensive control programs have reduced the recurrence rate of pests to 17%, while the recurrence rate of single control methods has reached 63%. It is recommended to establish a complete pest prevention and control system by combining physical removal, biological control, environmental management and other means.
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