Common Pests (Identify & Fix)

Quick ID cards with simple fixes you can try the same day.

Aphids

StickyCurled tipsAnts nearby

• Blast with water; repeat in 2–3 days.
• Wipe with mild soapy water (leaf undersides).
• Attract ladybirds (dill, fennel, calendula nearby).

Spider Mites

Fine webSpeckled leavesDry air

• Mist daily (raise humidity).
• Wipe leaves, especially undersides.
• Move away from radiators; shower plant gently.

Slugs & Snails

Big holesSilvery trails

• Evening hand-pick, copper tape around pots.
• Beer trap or wildlife-friendly barriers (wool pellets).

Whitefly

Little white cloudSticky leaves

• Yellow sticky cards near plants.
• Soapy water wipe; increase airflow.

Leaf Miner

Snake trailsThin tunnels

• Remove affected leaves promptly.
• Use fine mesh for susceptible crops.

Tomato Blight

Brown patchesBlackened stems

• Remove affected growth; don’t compost.
• Keep foliage dry; water soil, not leaves.