What is a thirp and how can I kill it?

I have these little bugs infesting my garden plants. I did some internet research and I think that they are called thirps. They are turning my marigold leaves silver and they look like worms with legs. The problem is I can't find any products that indicate that they get rid of these pesky little critters. I have tried about four different sprays and three or four days later......thirps, thirps everywhere. I read that you can use a 'soap' but I have no idea what kind of soap they are talking about. I'm new to gardening, but my green thumb mother has no answers for me. So, I'm looking to you for answers.

What is a thirp and how can I kill it?
If your're talking about a thrip your best natural cure is ladybugs. They will wipe out just about any bad insect in no time flat. Start planting flowers and such to attract all your beneficial bugs so you'll never have to worry about the bad ones infesting your plants again.
Reply:Using an insecticide with an ingredient called acephate should kill them.
Reply:Hi,





These nasty little pests can be a problem. You are quite right, though, about using soap to kill them.





Yes, certain pesticides will effectively treat them, but they all cost money and are expensive to use. If you use a household washing-up liquid, such as 'Fairy' (no real need to buy one that's kind to your hands...you don't want it to be 'kind' to the bugs!)





Make a 'mix' of the liquid with water and spray, using an aerosol-type bottle, all over the leaves (remember the undersides) and you'll find them all gone in a day or so. You may need to keep doing this for a while, as they are very tough little buggers, but once you've established a bug-free zone, you'll only have to defend periodically against wind-borne stragglers.





Good luck,





BobSpain
Reply:A tablespoon of dish soap is all you need in a spray bottle.