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aphids?


Question
Don't know if Aphids are what my bushes have ....the are tiny white things all over my bushes and they are dropping leaves....Please advise

Answer
If it is aphids you will see or feel there is a sticky substance on the foliage where the aphids have sucked the plant juices from the leaves. They is called honeydew and is high in sugar content. IF so these can be controlled with the use of a systemic insecticide for aphids. Some can be sprayed on the foliage (both side of the leaves) and the aphids killing the insect. Spray at least twice about 10 days apart to insure control. Others are applied into the soil and the plant picks up the insecticide and when the aphid suck the juices they are killed. Check with your local nursery for a systemic insecticide for aphids.

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