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How to Get Rid of Bugs on Roses, the Green Way

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By Jami Mack
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Get Rid of Bugs on Roses, the Green Way
Get Rid of Bugs on Roses, the Green Way

Read on for the safest way to kill rose bugs without the pesticides in the air around your home.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • A Spray Bottle
  • Liquid Dish Detergent
  • Water

    How To Get Rid of Bugs on Roses … the GREEN way!

  1. Step 1

    Put 1 tsp. of soap into a spray bottle filled with water.

  2. Step 2

    Mix soap and water by shaking the bottle.

  3. Step 3

    Spray mixture directly on the plants with and without the bugs. The bugs will die, and not spread to the other plants if you spray them all.

Tips & Warnings
  • Keep your roses pruned, you’ll have less chance for bugs.
  • This is the safest way to kill rose bugs without the pesticides in the air around your home.
  • Make sure to prune properly, above 5 leaves, on an angle.
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