Isolate the infested plant
Inspect nearby plants
Remove visible bugs by hand
Rinse leaves and stems with lukewarm water
Wipe leaves with a damp cloth
Prune heavily infested leaves or stems
Spray insecticidal soap on all plant surfaces
Apply neem oil to leaves and stems
Use rubbing alcohol on cotton swabs for spot treatment
Treat soil if pests are in the potting mix
Replace the top layer of soil if needed
Repot the plant with fresh sterile soil if infestation is severe
Clean the pot before reusing it
Place sticky traps near the plant
Repeat treatments every few days until pests are gone
Keep the plant dry on the foliage after watering
Quarantine new plants before placing them near others
Check plants regularly for early signs of pests
