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There are several insects (as well as other wildlife) a plant can fall victim to when growing outdoors. Here you will find explanations of common pests and methods for repelling them.
=== Spider mites ===
 
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=== Common Insects ===
 
==== Spider mites ====
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==== Thrips ====
 
=== Common solutions ===
 
==== Neem oil ====
Neem oil can be added to feed water to repel insects such as spider mites or thrips. Be aware that it has a delayed effect and should be applied preventatively.
 
==== Predator insects ====
Its possible to add "good" insects that will hunt the insects you want to remove.
 
Some example predators for spider mites are [[wikipedia:Phytoseiulus#:~:text=Phytoseiulus%20is%20a%20genus%20of,crops%20grown%20in%20mild%20environments.|Phytoseiulus persimilis]] and Amblyseius californicus.
 
For Thrips you might use Amblyseius cucumeris.