Will Soapy Water Kill Flea Beetles

Soapy water will kill flea beetles on contact. It’s easy to make your own organic spray for flea beetles by mixing 1 tsp mild organic liquid soap with 1 liter of water.

How long do flea beetles last?

The pupal stage lasts for about seven to nine days. Adult emergence begins after mid-July and continues until October 14. These late season flea beetles feed on the leaves, stems and pods of cruciferousPlants belonging to the family Brassicaceae or (previously referred to as) Cruciferae.

What kills flea beetles on plants?

At the first sign of flea beetles on your plants, turn to a trusted pesticide such as Sevin® brand garden insecticides for help. Tough on beetles, but easy on gardens, Sevin® Insect Killer Ready to Use kills flea beetles by contact and helps prevent damage to tender seedlings at the first sign of trouble.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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