Scabious

Hi All

Does anyone know what these bugs are on my Scabious plant stems and how to naturally get rid of them? I have four plants and they seem to be covered in these bugs. They are minute in size see attached pics.

Thanks in advance.

Carol

 

I'm sorry Carol, we need close up pictures please.

 

Thank you for your reply Sheal. Ok, I've cut a stalk off, are these pics any better.

 

Thanks Carol. They are either aphids or scale insects. Try spraying them with soapy water to see if that kills them.

 

Aphids I reckon.

 

Thank you sheila and Pete. I have hosed a lot of them off and will try the soapy water. They are not on any other plants just my 4 Scabious.