Eggplant fleas

When planting eggplant and in the course of their growth, you can find that the foliage of the plant is all in bites of unknown origin, which only increase over time. Also on the leaf you can see very small black insects. Most likely this is a sacral flea. If you have fleas on eggplants, this article will be useful to you to know how to deal with the pest.

About the sacral flea and how it is dangerous.

Where can dwell.

This pest can live almost anywhere. It only dislikes places that are in shady places and have a high percentage of humidity. That is, places with low air humidity, with good sunshine, can become a bait for this insect. In such an area, they begin to actively multiply and destroy planted crops. They can destroy plantings in a few days.

Properties of the sacral flea.

This type of insect has very well developed hind legs, which is why they can jump very high.

What does the cross flea eat?

An adult specimen of this pest, prefers to settle on the deciduous part of the eggplant. They feed on leaf blades, by gnawing through holes in the pulp of the leaf.

How they can harm.

Since they feed on the softness of the leaf plate, they leave only its veins from the leaf. This leaves the plants unprotected.

Why are the larvae of the sacral flea beetle dangerous?

Even the larvae of the sacral flea beetle on eggplants can have a rather detrimental effect on the state of culture. Adult specimens lay eggs directly in the ground. The larvae hatch there, and begin to actively bite into the root system of the plant. Due to multiple damage, the plant may die. That is why it is necessary to fight not only with adult specimens, but with their larvae.

How to deal with a sacral flea.

There are several effective ways.

The first way.

If you have just noticed that sacral fleas on eggplants have appeared on your site, then you can treat the plant by spraying or dusting.

Second way.

If there are not so many insects, then you can use folk methods. Spraying can be carried out using infusions: 1) from dandelion; 2) from tomato tops; 3) from garlic.
It is necessary to carry out these procedures in a timely manner, approximately every four to five days. Before spraying, in the infusion, you need to add finely grated household or baby soap. This will provide better adhesion.

Third way.

You can also process the plant itself. To do this, you need: one teaspoon of seventy percent table vinegar, diluted in ten liters of clean water at room temperature. All this must be thoroughly mixed and the aerial part of the plant must be processed.

Fourth way.

To drive away insect pests, every four to five days, you need to cover the soil near the plant, as well as between the rows with tobacco dust or wood ash. Ash must be from a clean wood, that is, not painted, varnished or glued. Also, a solution can be prepared from ash. To do this, you need to mix wood ash and clean water. For better adhesion, you can add small shavings of laundry or baby soap.

Fifth way.

If you cannot destroy the pest using simple methods, then you need to try mechanical trapping.Mechanical trapping means sticky traps that will be placed between the beds and bushes. The insects will just stick to them.

Sixth way.

We also said that flea beetles do not like high humidity, that is, you need to water your crops frequently. But you do not need to overdo it, because excessively supercooled soil will adversely affect the root system of the plant.

Seventh way.

If the lesion is severe, then insecticidal preparations can be used. You can use such as:
1) arrivo;
2) sherpa;
3) an actor;
4) decis and so on.
It is necessary to carry out treatment with insecticidal preparations in the evening. It is at the end of the day that all pests creep out to the surface of the leaf plates. It is also worth noting that you must protect yourself as well. Treatment with chemicals is best done in protective ammunition. To do this, you need to arm yourself:
1) safety glasses;
2) a respirator;
3) a protective apron;
4) latex gloves.
After processing, you need to take a shower and wash your hands thoroughly.

Eighth way.

You can also plant antagonistic plants near eggplants. For example, it can be:
1) tomato bushes;
2) dill;
3) coriander;
4) calendula;
5) nasturtium.
You also need to often loosen the space between the beds and the trunks of the plants.

Conclusion

Fight against insect pests an integral part of the cultivation of various crops. You need to start the fight as soon as you notice the first signs of pests.