Spray the neem oil thoroughly over the entire plant, including buds, shoots, and any area where thrips are present. "Repeat sprays of Neem oil weekly to kill newly hatching thrips and protect new ...

Q. I think some of my indoor plants have thrips. How can I know for sure, and what can I do to get rid of them? Thrip damage usually shows up as stunted growth, papery, distorted leaves, stippling ...

Thrips can also affect outdoor plants, but rarely kill mature trees and shrubs. Thrips are extremely small (less than 1/20 inch long) insects. There are many varieties that favor specific plants.

If thrips are damaging your young vegetable plants or flowers, avoid using any persistent insecticides such as Neem oil. Many beneficial insects (i.e. friends) like to feast or lay their eggs on ...