Long Lasting Spider Mite Solution! How to Get Rid of Spider Mites
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- čas přidán 16. 03. 2021
- Spider mites are a common and obnoxious plant pest that most gardeners have to deal with at some point. Luckily I was blessed with a massive infestation of spider mites which allowed me the opportunity to demonstrate how to get rid of spider mites. It has been over a month since my initial spray with the homemade spider mite spray and coating with wiltpruf, no signs of any return, but i check regularly incase I need to smother them again. This is the best method i have found for killing and controlling spider mites. Unfortunately it is not universal, some plants wont do well with an anti-transpirant on them, but I would say it safe and effective for 90% of what is in my plant collection
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I recently found spider mites on one of my plants and then treated all on my plants with this solution. 6 of my plants have died and have had to be thrown out. If you are planing on using this solution… definitely spot test before hand.
Thanks for the heads up. Def not gonna risk it.
What plants?
Did it work on the spider mites?
Oh wow 😱!! Thank you for sharing this ⭐️
Sounds like it killed all your spider mites though!
Spider mites are my nemesis!!! I’m currently dealing with an outbreak AGAIN!! Ugh! What I have found really works well is similar to your mixture, but along with the neem oil, isopropyl alcohol, soap and almost hot water, (I use both peppermint & teatree dr bronners Castile soap), and I also add hydrogen peroxide. I find it super helpful to spray the whole plant down with a pretty aggressive spray of very warm water first, and then I spray every inch of my plants down with the mixture listed above. I find it really works!! Good luck to everyone dealing with pest pressures; this time of year (early fall) seems to be the worst for me!
How long was your spray treatment for?
@@MushroomKingdom722 use predatory mites they're carnivorous and use eat the spider mites that eat your plants and never web on ur plants they
Use predatory mites they are carnivores and eat all the bad aphids and mites and leave ur plants alone👍 I've never had problems
Fight nature with nature 😊
@@codyspitters9859 what kind of spiders? I have jumping spiders around my yard and I scoot them over to my windows (lol) but I don’t think they are eating them 😒
Clicked so fast, just got a baby who needs all my help. Thank you so much my spider man 🕷lol ♥️
💙 ☁️ 💙 ! It's so humid here that I luckily only have ever had to deal with them in the winter. Are they a common problem over there in the desert?
@@TropicalPlantParty I’m in TX at the moment 😊 Didn’t have this problem when I was in the desert(had another set of plant issues 🤣🤣🤣)
This video was so good I was taking notes! Thank you so much. I can only seem to control my spider mites. I never seem to get rid of them for good and my plants can’t take constant soap & Neem oil spray.
Your not killing their eggs. Try to get an actual miticide to kill the mites when you first see their webbing. Use an ovicide to kill their eggs. Make sure to treat the soil with it as well since in certain climates @ certain times of year they come from the soil. Then make sure to use a liquid fertilizer mix & add in a pesticide such as Imidacloprid to the fertilizer mix. Imidacloprid can be used as a systemic pesticide that is absorbed by the plant & when pests feed on the plant material it will kill & keep them in control.
Always keep an eye on your plants & take care of infestations as soon as possible. Always read & adhere to the labels of chemicals you use for best results. Make sure to switch up the active ingredients year to year to avoid them becoming tolerant to one chemical.
Consider using, buying & releasing natural predators or beneficial mites to control the bad mites as a more natural, easy to do remedy.
I’m licensed in my state for the use of pesticides. I see & take care of our customers plant issues everyday for a living.
Thank you so much, I've been having terrible issues with mites on my arborvitaes and of all things, my smoke bush.
The wiltpruf is amazing for smothering them and slowing them down, makes managing them sooo much easier. Hopefully this helps!
Hey Jeff. Great video. Very helpful. Cheers 👍
Thank you!
My dahlias have spider mites, thanks for the information. I just ordered some need oil. I was desperate and started to spray the leaves with water alcohol spray and whipping down most of the leaves the past couple of weeks.
Oh my goodness that elephant!💚🙃 Now if I had this information sooner I may have saved my brugmansia. Just teasing, I’ve been going through all of my plants, repotting, watering when needed, moving them to better locations and checking for bugs. It’s taken me about three days, of course there’s many other things I need to do in between, but three days so far. At least I’ll know that their all ready set to grow. I can’t wait for it to warm up so I can move some of them outdoors, they really enjoy that and so do I because I don’t have to worry about get water all over, I just spray them down with the hose. I don’t think I’m going to them all out this year like I did last year, that was a pain and moving them in more painful.💚🙃 I just bought one of those cactus you were repotting, I have several different ones in a shallow pot I repotted all together, saves space. It actually has a small flower on it🙂. Thanks Jeff, I will for sure be using your recipe for spider mites. I haven’t seen any so far, except for the brugmansia which is in a totally different area of my house, thank goodness. It’s 56 degrees outside today and I’m totally itching to get out there and try to catch up on yard clean up, fortunately I have the indoor house project going, almost done maybe tomorrow, because I’d really rather be outside this time of year. Thanks again Jeff for your tips, tricks and what nots. Say hi to the furry fam for me. I’m inheriting another dog in April so we will be up to 4, I don’t think I’ll ever catch up to you with the fur babies, I don’t have the energy for that, and number four is going to just do it for me. Take care and hope to see you again soon💚🙃
Wow you have been busy! I know what you mean, watering is so much easier outside, that's one of the big reasons that I go to the trouble of setting up the garage for the plants in winter, such a hassle watering inside. Yay for another dog! 4 dogs equals everything I have😆 that's a lot of work! Buddy is going home next week so I'll be down to just the one dog, that is going to feel so weird, I can't recall what is like without two doggies, and just a few years had 4 in the house! Lots of change.
Holy s#!t I just noticed my miniature rose bush has spider mites last night!!! Very fortunate you put this out today!
Yeah the spider mites love roses, especially when they're indoors. Hope this helps in some way. Don't forget to do a patch test!
@@TropicalPlantParty the patch test was the first thing I did after mixing lol rewatched the video to make sure I didn't screw something up or miss a step lol thanks again!!
Definitely will try your recipe for spider mites.
Hopefully you won't need to, thank you!
Hi, I followed your recipe but used what ever alcohol it was in the hand sanitiser dispenser and used olive oil as I had it. Totally got rid of my spider mite infestation a few days ago and haven't seen any since. Brilliant, thanks!
Did they stay away, or come back?
@@anonnymous4684 Not had them since.
@@jonstfrancis Great! 🙂
Thanks for the great info!!
The best thing I have ever done to prevent mites in my greenhouse is spring prevention. If you have a grow space or greenhouse that is able to be washed down it is very advantageous. Every spring/year before I start moving plants into my greenhouse, I get Nemoil concentrate, and mix up a bunch of it. I then (after cleaning the greenhouse) simply spray everything with the mixed solution, floors, tables, or anything else that might be in there. The floor being the biggest area of concern, as most mites are tracked in or introduced by bringing foreign objects in. I liberally soak the place down well with zero concerns. This usually lasts through the hot months of the summer, and will prevent the introduction of many insects year round. Then always at minimum spray once and isolate for a week all new plants you might introduce into your grow area from outside areas. Especially ones bought from large retailers, as those seem to be the worst hands down. I won’t even consider buying plants from Walmart, these plants nearly always have something unwanted coming with them. If able to, try this, I have had great success doing it this way. Prevention is the best cure.
Spidermites got my columbine and mini rose bush. Caught it late and lost all leaves. Luckily new baby leaves started so i think its gonna make it. Thanks for this video.
I don't have anything to add, just that I hope everyone stays safe and has a happy St. Patrick's Day! ☘️☘️☘️☘️🍀🍀🍀🍀
Thanks Brad! Happy St. Patrick's day!
This is what I use. Works most of the time.
Thanks you for the video. I will reference back if have a problem.
I hope you never need to!
@@TropicalPlantParty Me too
Neem oil... oh my goodness... never again... you are right about the smell 🤢 and orchid 🤩 I have recently started using garlic infused alcohol for pests, I have not had spidermites, so 🤞🏻 but I have a moth larvae that has been a pain... so far it appears that the garlic functions as a repellant long after the alcohol has evaporated... hoping this is a long term effect.
I've heard garlic is excellent for repelling and the same with rosemary. There are some growers of those expensive herbs who are using a feed with rosemary in it that is supposed to make the plant taste bad to spider mites. Will be interesting to see how that develops over the years.
Good tip about the wilt pruf, I think I will keep some on hand :) I already make an all purpose water/alcohol/soap mix which I use all the time just for wiping down leaves. I got the idea from Brad's Greenhouse years ago. I love plant bug videos :D
It is nifty to have around for stressed plants and pest prevention. Brad is the best!
Wow that footage of the dead spider mites is crazy!! Creepy!
Yeah, I unintentionally let the infestation get pretty bad so I could make the video. I only waited like one week before filming, but that's all it takes! Oops!
I like the big gloves idea
Really nifty!
Thanks Jeff👍
No problem!
Is there a good way to get the wilt pruf off the plant beside just trying with a microfiber towel and water? My plants aren't doing well, that I've treated (several had spider mites). Fiddle is dropping many leaves. So I'm trying my best to get the wilt-pruf off as I feel like it's suffocating the plants :( pretty stressful as these are all large (4-5ft) plants that are now being effected.
Thank you so much!
Add cayenne pepper oil to your sprays it works well on meelly bugs and spiders
Your timing is always spot on!! 🤎✨
Hey there miz jackson!
@@TropicalPlantParty heylo! 🙋🏾♀️ Baaaaaby youuuuuu got what I neeeeed! You’re the first channel I come to for answers 💚🪴 💚
How would you tackle this problem on a dracaena marginata. There are probably 100 individual leaves on mine and I'm not sure how to wipe them all down effectively
So would this work when bringing plants inside after their summer vacation...after a good bath of course.
Absolutely! Is preventative and helps the pla to retain moisture so they may transition better when being back inside for fall/winter. 😊 but don't forget to patch test, not all plants like it.
Are single strands of web indication of mites? My plants have just a strand here and there, like the silk a spider uses to descend from above.
Would you use that spray on a hibiscus?
Hello. I think I have a problem with Spider mites on my Monsteras (there are small bugs which leave around small brown crap which looks like sawdust).
I read online that peppermint oil, chamomile oil and rosemary oil are good to kill them.
So as I couldn't find the quantities, I've made a mix with 500 ml of water and 10 drops of each of the essential oils.
I haven't used it yet as I'm concerned for the plant. Do you think it makes sense?
What did you end up doing since no one answered your question?
Is the standard recipe safe for Fittonias?
I didn’t hear a word you just said... that elephant is distracting ( in the best way ). 🤪🍀
Lol! I love that elephant! Got that from Home Goods a year or so ago.
Are these safe on mulberry, roselle and morning glory?
What to do withcannabis plant.? How much alcohol..?
Nice Cactus. 😏
😅🤣😂😁
Also, do you need to rinse this in the morning?
What about eucalyptus oil?
how do you know if it is spider mites? i am dealing with succulent donkey tails and string of pearls that have been doing well and then suddenly have shriveled up leaves and an ugly dark green color
can you use ever clear too
Hi i used your combo on some leaves of
1) rose creeper
2) madagaskar vine
3) hyacinth bean( leaves got damaged)
4) susan vine( leaves damaged)
Used 8oz water,8oz 70% rubbing alcohol,one tsp peppermint, some drops of liquid soap.
So with the first two patch test on some leaves looked ok.
3,4 leaves got damaged.
What do u suggest is safe for very sensitives leaves?
I'd just stick with cold pressed neem oil for plants that showed any damage, just to be safe. 😊
Ik I’m late to the party but is peppermint essential oil the same thing as peppermint oil?
Hope you had a safe and fun St. Patty's Day. I'm stuff cornbeef pitato's, onions, carrots and of course cabbage. Irsh Tea cake for dessert.
Happy St. Patrick's day!
You mentioned to alternate it so the spider mites don't build up a resistance. Do you mean alternate this homemade solution with something else?
I have a problem with springtails in my flowerpots, any advice on how to vet rid of them.
Hello! Springtails are good to have around. They help breakdown decaying matter and shouldn't be harmful to plants. People actually buy them to add to their gardens and terrariums. They keep down molds and fungal issues and them eating the decaying matter around the plants provides a source of nitrogen for the soil. 😊
@@TropicalPlantParty thank you
Can you use this on everything besides plants? Will it work for other mites?
obviously not
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Great mix. Also put in some hydrogen peroxide and you have the perfect mix
I agree! I add hydrogen peroxide and for soap I use equal parts of Dr Bronners Castile soap in both peppermint and teatree scents. This combination works immediately and even desiccates the webbing if the infestation is bad enough that there are webs present. The hydrogen peroxide literally explodes the mites (or so I have been told; gross!!) Nothing brings me more joy than wiping out every last little bugger feasting on my expensive rare tropical plant babies!
Hi Jeff! This was very interesting and helpful. WOW, mealybugs last year and spider mites this year! You poor guy! It looks like you've found a good solution to take of both. I wonder if this would work on aphids, too. I had both spider mites and aphids last summer on my outdoor plants. I used Garden Safe Insecticidal Soap and it seemed to work, but this homemade solution would be cheaper if they get bad. Do you ever see where the Wilt Pruf "suffocates" the leaves, or does wiping it off help and do you dilute it enough to prevent this? I love the little elephant on your table. The colors are so bright and pretty. Your other decorations are cute, too. OMGolly, the cactus at the end cracked me up! Thank you so much for sharing!
I love that little elephant! Yeah the homemade is nice for saving some $.
I always thought spider mites and aphids were the same thing? Are they not?
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Question: can I spray with neem oil on undersides of leaves?
Should be ok, ive never had a problem and the directions usually say to spray the top and undersides. 😉
@@TropicalPlantParty alocasia will be fine too?
Thanks for answering and making this video!
spider mites live under the leafs to not get a sunburn so yes spray under
I've always had good luck with the Garden Safe Insecticidal Soap but, if I had as many plants to treat as you, it wouldn't be very cost effective. Luckily I've only ever seen them on the Adeniums and Japanese Yew. I don't know what it is with those Japanese Yew, spider mites love them. If I could rip them out, I would, but noooo, they have to be there to hide the A/C and the electric meter because you wouldn't want anyone to see them. 🙄
They aren't usually a problem for me either, the humidity in spring, summer and fall seems to keeps them away and it's only in winter when the heater dries the air that I see them. I've heard that about Japanese yew, maybe someday can rip them out and replace them with something better, like crotons! Does the H.O.A require the A.C to be hidden?
@@TropicalPlantParty yes, the A/C can't be visible from the road. Stupidest thing I've ever heard, if they didn't want it visible from the road, why did they put it where they did? So everyone has to have whatever bush they choose at the time in front of the electric meter and A/C. It used to be cocoplums but then they started getting infested with white flies and branches were dying so they ripped them all out and replaced them with the yews. Could have chosen lots of different things but the people on the landscape committee don't know anything and listen to the landscape company. Of course the landscapers wanted the yews because they are cheap and don't require much pruning.
Recipe at about 9 minutes into the video
NSFW cactus hiding among the mushrooms. lol
😂😅😁
coffee grounds, white vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, or cow milk (lactose intolerant pests) either together or some type of mix get rid of spider mites or other pests?
But does this work with food? Can't be poisoned
What about cannabis plants? Will this work?
Is it true that watching videos of spider mites can give you spider mites?
Ha! Omg I hope not!
Yeah! Ever since I (looked closely in) at my Plant to Notice these little vermon on it today.. ]; ~My head feels like it has lice? Am I imagining things, feeling "the creepy crawlies?" ........ CAN THEY JUMP?
Why is the transcript in Dutch?
No idea. Might be a setting somewhere on the player to choose a language?
At what point in this video do you tell us to rinse the plant after spraying this alchohol blend? I sprayed my hibiscus last week with this solution and now my hibiscus is quickly dying. Almost all of my leaves have yellowed and dropped in one week. Frickin pitiful!
Somebody didn't watch the whole video. 🤦😂
Sns217
So confusing 😕
Please fix your video so the transcript and captions are in ENGLISH. Right now, it's auto-generated Dutch and I have my language set to English. Plus, I'm not in the Netherlands, so what's the deal with DUTCH AUTO-GENERATED CAPTIONS AND TRANSCRIPT?!!!!
They're being auto-generated in Dutch? I have no idea why that would be. I've checked my settings and they are set to English. Weird! I'll look into it further to see if there is anything I can do on my end to fix that.
Why is 70 better than 90 on the alcohol?
I would assume it is because it would be less harsh on the leaves/plant itself?