Help...I have Mealybugs

[Happiness1967]

How do I get run of these $&€#% bugs. I was told alcohol sprays, three time a week and then I was told H2O2 sprays once a week for 4 weeks. Anything else I can do? I have Phals and one LadySlipper. Most of my orchids have them and I have tried to separate the ones that do to try to discourage the buggers from spreading. My hubby is beginning to think I am nuts for trying all these sprays. I also looked up about getting rid of them and I read about an insect growth inhibitor...$125 a bottle! Then about some kind of 'killer' Beatles. My orchids are in my living room so I can't let a swarm of Beatles go in there (but I thought about it) Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks.

[james mickelso]

Bayer 3 in 1 orchid insect spray. Available from Home Cheapo or Lowes or any good garden insect spray. Use 7 days apart for two weeks.

[dounoharm]

ditto above...any good systemic...take the plants outside and spray in the SHADE! it will burn if in the sun....sometimes if you cant get outside, you can put the plants in a big yard plastic bag and spray...I know you don't want to use it in your house, but it is a necessity to get rid of mealies...you have to spray! and a good systemic....every week for about 4 weeks, and once a month after that forever...good luck

[kindrag23]

I use bayer disease and insect control, for my gardenias, and hibiscus. Works really well. Smells to high heaven though whew! Also bayer has a 3 in 1 systemic system for roses as well that I have heard works....Tried bayers neem oil spray but it did not work. Whatever you use I agree dont spray inside and allow them near bright sun they will burn up. Good luck. I had white flies and spider mites that I fought for 2 months.

[Happiness1967]

I just wanted to thank everyone for the GREAT advice. I am going to get the Bayer 3 in 1 and give it a try. I will let everyone know how it turns out. Thanks again!!!

[kindrag23]

Welcome. Reminder it stinks!