White fly infestation on lupins

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Eileen Fahey asked 8 years ago

My lupins are currently magnificent but I notice today covered in white fly . Is there anything I can use that will not affect bees or other wildlife?

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Gerry Daly Staff answered 6 years ago
These are greenflies, they leave their white skins behind as they moult. This species only affects lupins but can do so very severely, causing flower stems to collapse. A spray of water reduces numbers but they build up again and a greenfly spray might be needed.

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