pieris pests

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  1. jetoney

    jetoney Active Member

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    Does anyone recognize these green critters on my Japanese pieris? It may be obvious to some, but keep in mind that I am a novice. Recommendedations for treatment would be appreciated.

    Thanks,

    Jim
     

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    jimmyq Well-Known Member 10 Years

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    Green aphids and first attack can be a strong spray from the garden hose or a soapy based bug killer.
     
  3. plantchick

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    Hello,

    I have the same problem. these are aphids... i have wee green ones on the top of my peris jamponica, yesterday i also noticed some white and black ones farther in.. Yikes..
    i want to nip this in the bud before it get out of control!
    I've heard a spray of soap and water will do the trick and will try it out this morning...
    i think you could get rid of them with a powerful spray from a graden hose but i live in an apartment so that not an option....
    soap and water it is then for me!

    Good luck!
     
  4. jetoney

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    Thanks, Paul. Since I don't have kids or pets, I decided to go nuclear and spray them with an insectide. They appear to be gone already.


    -Jim
     

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