??Bug problem??

[WacdHx4]

I'm growing my 2nd plant and I'm 5 weeks in but from the first set leaves it's had a strange (lighter green) discoloration (like maybe thrips, or leaf miner eating tracks?) on parts of the leaves and they are coming in twisted/warped. Any advise is appreciated

 

[starramus]

I'd try this first, and if not effective you can bring in the big guns. https://homeguides.sfgate.com/dawn-detergent-insect-repellent-82536.html

 

[Gingerbeard]

In one lower leaf I see leaf miners. Since leaf miners are non-specific insect larvae, you probably have something else. I can't speak for the curling and discolored leaves unless those are the insect ones. Get yourself a magnifying glass.
Also, leaf miners are like cockroaches: There is never just one. Be prepared for more unless you treat. Listen to these other good folks for that. I sprinkled a pack of wild flowers in a big pot on my patio. The thing was lousy with aphids and leaf miners. Once the marigolds popped up all the bugs went away.

 

[starramus]

"Once the marigolds popped up all the bugs went away." My wife has used marigolds. Only problem is her marigolds die, and the bugs come back. I was curious as to why the insects are repelled, and discovered it is just the scent of the marigolds. I also found out there are several plants that repel some of the most unwanted insects. https://www.mnn.com/your-home/organ...stories/12-plants-that-repel-unwanted-insects

 

[Gingerbeard]

Companion planting. Permaculture. Good stuff.

 

[Toker1]

Try organic insect soap.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/202672515