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What are these bugs and how do I get rid of them?

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NotAnEMERGENCY · 02/08/2018 20:06

I've noticed these tiny shiny black beetles on my Erysimum Bowles Mauve. I am assuming the funny colouring and little holes on the foliage is due to them. How can I stop them dong more damage?

What are these bugs and how do I get rid of them?
What are these bugs and how do I get rid of them?
What are these bugs and how do I get rid of them?
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NanTheWiser · 02/08/2018 21:47

Flea beetles

NotAnEMERGENCY · 04/08/2018 19:57

Thanks, Nan!

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jomantha · 08/08/2018 14:48

You can spray your plants with neem oil soap. Using Spinosad is another effective solution and safe for plants.

NotAnEMERGENCY · 10/08/2018 21:32

Thanks for the tip, Jomantha. Does neem oil soap already come as a spray (if so, where can I get it?) or do I need to make my own spray from neem oil by mixing it with something?

The same questions apply to Spinosad. When I google it, all that seems to come up is chewable flea tablets for dogs!

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