Spider mites (Tetranynchus utricae Koch) survive by attaching themselves to the foliage of plants like fiddle leaf figs where they cause damage that includes leaf loss and discoloration. It’s important to deal with spider mite invasions as … Read more
Scale on cactus can make the surface of the plant completely crusted. Extreme infestations can weaken and kill the plant if not treated on time. But, what exactly is the cactus scale and how do you get … Read more
The majesty palm is prone to pest infestation when grown in hot and dry environments. During spring and summer, these pests attack palms causing damage to their foliage and stunting growth. How do you get … Read more
Adult spider mites appear as small reddish-brown or pale dots on plants. When they infest plants, you’ll notice patterns of silvery dots and small, delicate webs on the stems and undersides of the plant’s leaves. … Read more
Spider mites thrive well in a dry and hot environment. As a result, these insects multiply in millions quickly, leaving behind a trail of damage to plant leaves, fruits, and stems. Getting rid of these … Read more
Palm trees can appear very easy to care for, but when it comes to diseases and infections, they may need a keen eye and constant inspection. Palm trees are susceptible to several diseases, nutritional problems, … Read more
White fuzzy molds grow on plants when fungal spores germinate. Also known as mycelium, the white fungi appear on plants that are underexposed to sunlight. Other causes of molds include overwatering in poor lighting conditions. … Read more
Petunias a very prone to aphids infestation. They have a sticky foliage surface that aphids attach on and multiply. It is a very challenging situation for lovers of petunias. However, the good news is that … Read more
Noticing more and more misshapen leaves in your rose garden lately? Are your rose leaves starting to curl downwards, or turning yellow? Well, you most likely have aphids perched on your rose bushes! Roses are … Read more
Aphids infest plants in colonies and can cause severe symptoms such as stunted growth, curling leaves, leaf mottling, and yellowing. These pests feed on both indoor and outdoor plants leaving a sticky black substance on … Read more
