How To Get Rid Of Flies On Holly Tree Blossoms Without Harming Pollinators

Question From: e. perry - NEW JERSEY
Q: How do I get rid of the tree covered house fly's that come to drink the holly tree blossoms in the early spring? Yes the bumble bees and other small flying creatures come it's only the house fly's that are a nuisance.

A: You might try diverting them with tray of over ripe fruit , but anything used as a spray would kill the pollinators. Best Nancy and HappyYardening