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Topsfield, Ma.

list members,
i would appreciate any input here on perhaps a big boo-boo.
checked my plants mid-day and noted what looked like those
little flee beetles, tiny specs that look like pepper, but
jump when approached! made up a solution of ivory snow
dishwashing detergent for sprayer bottle and went at it.
now plants aren't looking so hot...mottled leaves, curling at
the edges, generally not so healthy looking. have i croaked
them for the season, or might they possibly pull through if
i don't repeat my errors? i gathering that there is a big
difference between ivory snow and genuine insecticidal soaps
any input would be greatly appreciated
duff.

5/27/2000 8:15:55 PM

Midway City, California

HI,
I would try to give them a FRESH WATER cleaning with the water coming out soft like a mist. How much soap did you use? one ounce to a gallon of water should have been OK as far as I Know.

WATER

5/27/2000 9:09:01 PM

Topsfield, Ma.

water and list,
thanks for the reassuring reply. plenty of fresh water
appears to be turning the plants around, as well as some much needed sunshine ! best of luck to all in '00
duff

5/28/2000 8:46:38 PM