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Old 15-Feb-2008   #4
irene_b
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I have for years used Ladybugs as well as Praying Mantis for control.
They are both very effective pest control.
At some nurseries you can purchase them (ladybugs) by the bag full.
I release them at my Bonsai bench outside.
Irene
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