Pest identification
What's eating my yesterday-today-and-tomorrow?
Aphids
Signs: Dense clusters on flower buds and new shoot tips; distorted buds that fail to open; sticky honeydew on leaves below
Control: Spray off with a strong jet of water; apply insecticidal soap or neem oil; repeat weekly until populations crash
Spider mites
Signs: Pale stippled leaves, especially in hot dry conditions; fine webbing on undersides; leaves lose color and drop
Control: Increase humidity; spray foliage with water; apply neem oil or insecticidal soap every 7 days for three rounds
Whitefly
Signs: White flies disturbed when plant is touched; yellowing foliage; sooty mold developing on honeydew
Control: Use yellow sticky traps; spray undersides of leaves with insecticidal soap; ensure good airflow around the plant
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Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow pests — FAQ
What is eating my yesterday-today-and-tomorrow?
Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow is most commonly attacked by aphids, which cluster on buds and new growth and can distort the fragrant flowers. Spider mites and whitefly are secondary threats, especially in warm, sheltered spots. Caterpillars may occasionally chew foliage. The plant is moderately pest-resistant but benefits from regular inspection during the flowering season.
How do I get rid of aphids on yesterday-today-and-tomorrow?
Dense clusters on flower buds and new shoot tips; distorted buds that fail to open; sticky honeydew on leaves below Spray off with a strong jet of water; apply insecticidal soap or neem oil; repeat weekly until populations crash
How do I get rid of spider mites on yesterday-today-and-tomorrow?
Pale stippled leaves, especially in hot dry conditions; fine webbing on undersides; leaves lose color and drop Increase humidity; spray foliage with water; apply neem oil or insecticidal soap every 7 days for three rounds
How do I get rid of whitefly on yesterday-today-and-tomorrow?
White flies disturbed when plant is touched; yellowing foliage; sooty mold developing on honeydew Use yellow sticky traps; spray undersides of leaves with insecticidal soap; ensure good airflow around the plant