Re: 1 to 10 Vinegar insecticide

Randall Palmer (sfdzeqe0@scfn.thpl.lib.fl.us)
Sun, 25 Aug 1996 15:47:45 -0400 (EDT)

For thoses who are new to this list, 1 tablespoon sink dishwashing
liquid to 2 tablespoons cooking oil can be sprayed on most of the plants
except S. Leuco (and like plants) which any water spray will shorten the
life span. Put on soil where roots can abbsorbed.
1 part vinegar 10 parts rain water poored soaking top of dirt.
vinegar is for the fungus knats that attacts roots and really loves
venus.
*Springtails & Fungus Gnats: Tiny maggots or jumping insects on soil
surface. Maggots turn into black flies (fungus Gnats). Can damage roots
if allowed to stay. Drench soil with diluted vinegar or insecticide
recommended for springtails or fungus gnats.

* "101 Trouble Free Houseplants For Modern Living" @1978 author Bonnie E.
Steward

Randy Palmer
sfdzeqe0@scfn.thpl.lib.fl.us