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Ants eating the flower buds
Plant disease guide · TerraceFarming
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What causes Ants eating the flower buds?
Ants are attracted to the sweet nectar secreted by the giant flower buds. They farm aphids and can damage the bud.
How to treat Ants eating the flower buds
Spray a mild soap-water solution directly on the buds. Draw a thick chalk or turmeric line around the pot's rim.
How to prevent Ants eating the flower buds
Keep the terrace clean. Apply a ring of neem cake powder at the base of the plant.
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