Kale - Reflex

[broadway]

Hi Folks

Again something new I'm trying, planted last year, had a couple or servings but question, mauve furry stuff on the plants / leafs, washing off easy enough?

Advice as always much appreciated.

[chris]

Can you upload a picture ?


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[KevinM67]

Sorry I can't help you with your problem, however I opened a pack of these to sow for the first time today - pleasantly surprised to see such bright green seeds.

[chris]

Sorry I can't help you with your problem, however I opened a pack of these to sow for the first time today - pleasantly surprised to see such bright green seeds.

They're probably treated. Check the pack if so and be sure to wash your hands after.


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[KevinM67]

They're probably treated. Check the pack if so and be sure to wash your hands after.


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Thanks for the advice - although it might be too late.

Goodbye cruel world

[chris]

Post back when you wake so we know if you pulled through the night.

If not, I get first dibs on his (her? - made that mistake before) things!!


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[Two_Sheds]

mauve furry stuff on the plants / leafs

it's not mealy aphid is it?

[broadway]

I think you've nailed it TS, just about to take a photo, will update in 10.

[broadway]

Can't get a photo loaded yet but it's cetainly that. Any advice on what to do TS?

[chris]

Soapy water in a squinty bottle (wash kale before eating! )

Squash them with your fingers

Introduce natural predators (ladybugs for example)

There's probably a chemical solution too, but I personally can't advise as I don't use pesticides.


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