I did some gardening today. Removed more damaged leaves but, the number is decreasing. I also topped a couple plants back. I have been avoiding it, trying to give the plants relief from the infestation in the area. They are recovering. I took some soil moisture tests and I think they need to be feed/watered tomorrow. I brushed off the top soil in attempt to decrease the amount Tempo water leaching. I added some liquid nutes to the ready made AACT.
The Tempo seems to be holding them off as I only find a couple dozen or so around when i disturb the plants in the morning and evenings. The morning plume of white flies is decreasing in the yard, they are coming from the yard tree (fairly curtain its is a fruitless plum) that is creating the shade in the picture. I can't cut it down, nor would i want to but, i did prune some of the branches back. The pants are going to make it. I just need to keep up with them and stick to the schedule of disturbing the foliage and washing down the other plants in the yard in the mornings. This tree is another story, I have been blasting it with water during he hottest parts of the day in attempt to flush out any remaining white fly "gangs" exposing them to the midday heat and UV rays. The plumes seem to be getting smaller in size and less menacing in their look. The good news is the forecast calls for some 100+ temps here in the sac valley but, weather/com said that last week and the week before. Indian summer i guess. but still great for a lot of people out there.
I know the plants are somewhat stunted. I'm even contemplate pulling one of them depending on how well it recovers in the next couple days after feeding. I feel it is on the positive side of the edge of becoming a refuge for these flies instead of a MJ plant. It is stressful. I have had worse stress in my life. I am just trying to make the right decisions, so for i think i have. Just bummed about the in ability to deal with the white flies "naturally" But it is what it is. I have dealt with pests in past "naturally" without exception. But the area I am used to growing in is much more arid much sooner. I am also surrounded by flood irrigation farming. Many crop-dusters flying over head. I know this is a contributor, now. Not 5 months ago when i was planning.
My wife and i have planned a trip to the Portland area. One of my relatives and friends lives there. My relative is having a baby. I think it will be best if we still went. I need some air. California has really drained the life from me recently. I'm not sure I am ready to settle down yet.