Great! Thanks Mark, the mealybugs are on to plants. I sprayed all the cactus with water for a temporary fix. I think the lack of rain might have something to do with it. They haven't had a hard rain to wash the pads in awhile.You get some dawn dish detergent....mix it up with water, wipe on the buggies.... that usually works. As does Safer Insecticidal Soap - spray on -
Insecticidal Soap by Safer Brand | Planet Natural
Safer Insect Killing Soap penetrates the protective outer shell of soft bodied insect pests and causes dehydration and death within hours. OMRI Listed.www.planetnatural.com
It’s a very safe product to use..
✅ Safer Brand Insecticidal Soap is made from naturally occurring plant oils and animal fats. Penetrates the protective outer shell of soft bodied insect pests and causes dehydration and death within hours. OMRI Listed for use in organic production. Insecticidal Soap can be used inside or out to kill aphids, mealybugs, spider mites, whiteflies and more. Does NOT kill beneficial insects, such as ladybugs and praying mantis and leaves behind NO chemical residues. MAY BE USED UP TO THE DAY OF HARVEST.