[CH] Overwintering
Byron (byronbromley@tellink.net)
Mon, 16 Oct 2006 15:08:48 -0400
We are bringing in a couple this year, too. Here is what I do (keep
in mind I usually do things the hard way). I wrap the pot and soil
up tight in a plastic bag, then use the sprayer in the sink or
bathtub to rinse off all the foliage, especially under the leaves.
After the plant dries I put a little liquid dish and a little
rubbing alcohol in some water in a spray bottle and spritz the plant
down.
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I don't have scales, so my method is slightly different..
I place the plant in the bathtub spray with 1 tbsp Octagon soap, 1 tbsp per gal of water. Let it sit for about 15 min. Then rinse the plant. Repeat every day for 3 days. Then look for bugs in about 7 days, every 7 days.
When watering the plant, use the same mix every other time to reduce fungus gnats and cutworm.
L.B.