Spray aphids off plants with a strong stream of water
Prune and discard heavily infested leaves or stems
Remove aphids by hand or wipe them off with a damp cloth
Apply insecticidal soap to affected plants
Use neem oil on infested foliage
Encourage natural predators such as ladybugs and lacewings
Place yellow sticky traps near affected plants
Control ants that protect aphids
Avoid over-fertilizing with nitrogen
Inspect plants regularly and treat early