Information The fig wax scale, Ceroplastes rusci (Linnaeus), was first discovered in Florida in 1994 Talhouk (1975) reported the presence of this scale in the Mediterranean region In North America, it appears that it is only established ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes
The photo below and above show a pretty significant infestation of soft scale on a mango tree in Collier County. Scales are stationary, shell-like insects that can damage trees by feeding on the sap in branches, leaves and fruit and release ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Fruits & Vegetables, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension,
A: In some instances it is better to remove insect and disease infested plants rather than chemically treat them. Although the salvia will probably return in the spring it is too easy for the insects to get started on one plant and move on the ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes
Q: I have holly bushes all around my house and they are all doing fine except in one area the holly is covered with a black, flaky coating on the leaves and stems. The area where the plants are doing badly is very wet and doesn’t get as much ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease