whitefly
noun
white·fly
ˈ(h)wīt-ˌflī 
: any of numerous small homopterous insects (family Aleyrodidae) that are injurious plant pests
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Basil is also known to deter aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies and reduce egg-laying by armyworms.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
Garlic and Shallots Garlic and shallots also emit strong, sulfurous odors effective against a wider range of insect pests including aphids, mites, caterpillars, armyworms, moths, beetles, and whiteflies.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 3 May 2026
Spray off whiteflies and aphids using a sharp stream of water with a Bug Blaster hose end nozzle.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 May 2026
In return, the strong scent of basil helps control pests, such as whiteflies and thrips.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 30 Apr. 2026
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
Garlic and Shallots Garlic and shallots also emit strong, sulfurous odors effective against a wider range of insect pests including aphids, mites, caterpillars, armyworms, moths, beetles, and whiteflies.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 3 May 2026
Spray off whiteflies and aphids using a sharp stream of water with a Bug Blaster hose end nozzle.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 May 2026
In return, the strong scent of basil helps control pests, such as whiteflies and thrips.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 30 Apr. 2026
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“Whitefly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whitefly. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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