Natural pest control for hot peppers

[quigl3ys]

I’m growing habaneros and Thai chilis in garden beds and saw tiny bugs and spider mites on the leaves. Instead of using spray, I let loose some ladybugs, and they started eating the bugs right away! I also cover the soil with straw to keep it moist and stop weeds. For leaf problems like fungus, I spray chamomile tea on the plants.

What other natural tricks do you use to keep your peppers healthy? These worked for me, I wonder what worked for the others?

 

[06-Chrysis]

Love your approach! I had a similar pest issue last summer with my cayennes and used a garlic and neem oil foliar spray every few days, which helped a lot.Your chamomile tea trick is genius, definitely trying that next!

 

[PizzaBoyfriend]

I’m growing habaneros and Thai chilis in garden beds and saw tiny bugs and spider mites on the leaves. Instead of using spray, I let loose some ladybugs, and they started eating the bugs right away! I also cover the soil with straw to keep it moist and stop weeds. For leaf problems like fungus, I spray chamomile tea on the plants.

What other natural tricks do you use to keep your peppers healthy? These worked for me, I wonder what worked for the others?

you have some great ideas to keep those bugs away. have you try companion planting?
it's basically to plant beneficial flowers like marigolds near your peppers, they can help deter pests
herbs like cilantro, parsley, thyme, and dill can also attract beneficial insects