Problem with broad beans

Tam_Lin

They're flowering, and we've noticed there are lots of ants and what I think are blackfly. We've sprayed them with water and washing-up liquid, but they're still there. Someone recommended pinching out the tops of the plants as this is where the blackfly congregate.

Is there anything we can do? We garden organically so chemicals are out. Is this crop going to be a disaster?

olibearhorse

I have heard that planting garlic under plants can often deter blackfly never tried it myself but it might be worth a try and it's definitely organic!

Tam_Lin

Thanks for that tip - it was also suggested that we boil garlic in water and use that to water the plants.

olibearhorse

let me know if it works!

greyteam1959

Pinch out the tops is the old fashioned non chemical way.
You could try and find loads of ladybirds cos they love blackfly