Mulching aphid infested leaves in the Ask a Question forum

Sep 25, 2022 7:19 AM CST

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Georgetown TX

Every year I mulch all my leaves to distribute in my natural areas. Is it safe to do this with all the aphid infested leaves this year? If yes, should I spray the mulched leaves with an insecticide or introduce lady bugs to the areas? Thank you, Pat, Central Texas, zone 8b.

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purpleinopp

Sep 25, 2022 8:25 AM CST

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I wouldn't worry about it. Aphids aren't a permanent condition, they come and go whether you are using leaves as mulch/compost or not.

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sallyg

Sep 25, 2022 1:23 PM CST

Name: Sally
central Maryland (Zone 7b)
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I agree, don't worry.

Plant it and they will come.

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NMoasis

Sep 25, 2022 1:31 PM CST

Name: Zoë
Albuquerque NM, Elev 5310 ft (Zone 7b)

I don't agree. Aphids can overwinter in mulch. Although they do come and go, I wouldn't want to start off spring with more of a population than necessary.
https://extension.unh.edu/reso....

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Last edited by NMoasis Sep 25, 2022 1:31 PM

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