Note that these traps will only catch adult whiteflies, and young wingless nymphs will still remain on the plants and damage leaves. Combine this with other treatments for best results.
This method works best for small gardens where you can check each plant regularly.
This method is most helpful when the whiteflies are first noticed. If they have had a chance to lay eggs, these may remain on the leaf and start a new generation of many hundreds or thousands of whiteflies after hatching. If the infestation is minor, this method can help reduce the population of whiteflies to the point where natural predators will be able to keep the population in check.
This step will require special water considerations. Plants surrounded by plastic mulch will need to have a drip irrigation system. Do not use mulch in hot weather, as it may overheat the plants.
Always check to make sure the insecticide you plan to use will not harm the plant you are applying it to.
