“For a homemade bug spray, I suggest mixing water ... in a spray bottle to use on bugs like aphids, leafhoppers, and mealybugs. Use the mixture up within one day and discard any leftovers.

Making a homemade bug spray is an effective ... be particularly effective on soft-bodied insects such as aphids and mealybugs — and dish soap. John Target, of Target Pest Control, adds ...