Quote Originally Posted by cigarettes42
it kinda looks like aphids to me. i had the same bite marks, but anyways if it is thrips or aphids hotshots no pest strips do not work. i had them in my room prior to putting anything in there and still had a aphid outbreak. i read hotshots ingredients and insects it kills and has nothing of aphids or thrips. only a product with Pyrithrum will work. fox farm dont bug me is pretty good. it leaves a little residue on it for further protection. docktor doom works well too but doesnt really leave a residue. i thought the foxfarm was good stuff. but anyways get pyrithrum products or neem oil
Ok, so I went to Hope Depot and purchased the Hot Shot Strips and was looking for either Neem Oil or something similar to what you have recommended. I couldnt find Fox Farm or Docktor Doom. I also called the local nurseries...nothing. While at Home Depot I saw this stuff called "Ecosense 3 in 1" here is a link Ortho 24 oz. EcoSense Brand 3-in-1 Rose & Flower Care - 0245310 at The Home Depot

Would this stuff be ok? It does list neem oil in it and is safe for edibles. This is the closest thing I could find. I also found another product similar to the spray above but said it was organic. What to do, what to do?