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Fica Tree Pest


Question
I have an indoor Fica tree that has little white stickey balls at the joints of the branches....what is it and what do I spray it with ?
Thank you,
Sharyl

Answer
Sharyl,

Either get some Neem oil at a Garden Center such as Lowes or us rubbing alcohol stright out of the bottle in a spray bottle and spray them. They are called mealy bugs. You will need to spray twice a week for 2 weeks then weekly for 3 more to kill and eggs that hatch. Persistance is the key. Then watch the plant for any future infestations to catch them early. Good luck.

Darlene

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