I believe you have the pest whitefly, which is described here-
http://www.umanitoba.ca/afs/hort_inquir ... tefly.html
The Sticky Sticks (TM) work, made by Safers, as well as Safers Soap in a spray. I used to have a formula for pests as a spray - Water, some dishsoap, some alcohol and a little hydrogen peroxide and spray on leaves. The sticky sticks look and sound hokey , but the flies are attracted to yellow. Important to control because they spread viruses as well as attract other pests as well to the picnic- your plants are the picnic ground.
Here's a grrrrrreat site for sprays etc.- all natural-
http://davesgarden.com/journal/d/t/Gabrielle/3854/
Monday, July 17, 2006
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Fungicide
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 tablespoon dishsoap
1 gallon water
Agitate as using.
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To kill fungal spores on fruit tress and other harmful organisms, mix 1 gallon water, 5 tbsp 3% hydrogen peroxide, 4 tbsp baking soda, and 2 tbsp Castile soap. Spray before pruning.
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To control fungus and mildew on roses and vegetables, mix 5 tbsp baking soda and 5 tbsp 3% hydrogen peroxide in 1 gallon water. Apply.
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HORSERADISH TEA, made from the root of horseradish has antifungal properties. Make by finely chopping 1 cup horseradish roots, adding 16 ounces of water, and allowing to set 24 hours. Strain, add 2 quarts of water, and spray.
Monday, July 17, 2006
Insects & Pests
1 cup alcohol
1 teaspoon dish soap
1 quart water
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Mix equal parts 3% hydrogen peroxide and water in a spray bottle. Spray on plant to control aphids and other insects. If this is not working well enough, mix up a batch consisting of 1 c 3% hydrogen peroxide, 1 c black strap molasses, and 1 gallon water.
Hope this helps, and good gardening. You are contributing in saving the planet- every little bit helps.