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Done a stupid thing Blackfly

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tanith Sun 19-Jun-16 20:59:10

Oh my I could scream, today without my 'thinking' head on I discovered blackfly on my rhubarb and proceeded to spray with a bug spray. What was I thinking? I've been waiting to pull my rhubarb and now I don't think I'll be able to use it.
Anyone tell me it'll be ok to use? I don't think I'll risk it to be honest.

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GandTea Sun 19-Jun-16 21:00:33

Read the instructions, they should say how long you have to wait before harvesting.

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tanith Sun 19-Jun-16 21:02:17

oh why didn't I think of that, thanks GandTea

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Jalima Sun 19-Jun-16 21:32:13

Blackfly on rhubarb?

I have never checked. Would probably just have washed it with a very dilute solution of Fairy Liquid.

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granjura Sun 19-Jun-16 22:17:59

Read instructions and phone or e-mail manufacturers if not absolutely sure. In doubt- I wouldn't chance it.

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TriciaF Mon 20-Jun-16 16:01:11

I would think it depends on the type of bug spray and its contents. Some are "biological."
There's another kind of blackfly around here today, and they're driving me mad. They get in your hair and all over - not going out again.

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tanith Mon 20-Jun-16 16:19:03

I've never heard of it either Jalima but its crawling with Blackfly and of course the Ants have joined in.. If I could get to the garden shed I'd of checked the bottle by now but every time I go to venture out down comes the blasted rain again.

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