Nasturtiums

[Lady Jana Muck]

Has anyone any tips on getting rid of black fly on Nasturtiums. I was thinking of using a garlic brew and spraying them. Maybe they have grown a verity that flies don't like Any feed back would be gratefully received.

[bridget mc laughlin]

the best variety to grow i think is sutton

[Two_Sheds]

If you plant broad beans next to them, your nasturtiums will be fine.

[Two_Sheds]

Seriously, I just pick off the worst affected nasturtium leaves, and squash the bugs before adding to the compost heap (they tend to congregate on just one or two leaves). I eat nasturtium leaves, so wouldn't want to spray them with anything at all.

[Jardiniere]

I just make my hands all soapy and rub them off.

[Lady Jana Muck]

Thanks for all your tips

[MrsC]

i spray them with soapy water

[NSB]

I spray mine with weak washing up liquid

[nick the grief]

nahh just eat them ...extra protein I usually suffer more with sodding caterpillars than I do with blackfly.

[Earthbabe]

If you plant broad beans next to them, your nasturtiums will be fine.

And I thought it was just me.

[jeannine]

If you're lucky enough to be in an area without a hosepipe ban, a fine but direct spray of cold water washes aphids off and kills them into the bargain.

BTW, I've read that you can eat nasturtium seeds like capers - has anyone tried this?