Aphids (plant lice) are tiny, soft-bodied, pear-shaped insects—black, yellow, green, or brown. Inconspicuous until colonies explode. Uniquely, mostly female; reproduce without mating, birthing live young (up to 100 daughters/lifetime) that mature in 6–8 days. Suck sap from stems, new growth, leaf undersides, flower buds—causing curling, crinkling, ruined buds. Transmit viruses. Secrete honeydew → sooty mold, ants.
Check weekly. Leathery leaves: spray Green Solution (water, alcohol, biodegradable soap, mineral oil) or neem oil. Fuzzy leaves: warm water, mineral oil, dish soap. Q-tip alcohol for few. Ladybugs devour them.
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