Aphids, Whiteflies, and Caterpillars on Balcony Garden in Greece: Organic Sprays

Multiple pests on balcony plants in Greece: aphids (black/green, some winged), whiteflies (sticky honeydew, larvae), and tiny soil insects (likely springtails or fungus gnats).

Organic Spray Options

• Insecticidal soap: For aphids, whiteflies, mites.
• Horticultural oil: Smothers eggs and nymphs.
• Pyrethrin: Fast knockdown for caterpillars and adults.
• Rotenone: Broader spectrum, use sparingly.

Integrated Approach

1. Prune heavily infested leaves.
2. Spray soap/oil weekly for soft-bodied pests.
3. Use pyrethrin for caterpillars.
4. Yellow sticky traps for whitefly monitoring.
5. Let soil dry between waterings to deter fungus gnats.

Companion Planting

Garlic and marigolds in pots repel aphids and whiteflies.

Gardens Alive (US) ships internationally; check local Greek nurseries for equivalent products.