One natural way to dislodge aphids is with a strong stream of water sprayed onto the pests feeding among the hibiscus shoots. By The Plant Doctor PUBLISHED: September 26, 2020 at 8:00 AM EDT ...

There is a reason hibiscus plants are so popular: they are exotic, beautiful, and colorful. Follow these tips to care for ...

The commonly planted Natchez crape myrtle is known for the cinnamon brown inner bark that is revealed when the outer bark ...

Aphids on crape myrtles, citrus falling off trees and fuzz on hibiscus: Dan Gill explains how to treat them ... The aphids feed on sap and excrete tiny droplets of a sugary liquid, honeydew.

HIBISCUS HINTSHow to grow:* Healthy, fertilized hibiscus plants often tolerate insect attacks. Orthene and an unscented liquid detergent soap control most hibiscus pests. The honey-like secretions ...

Never use malathion on hibiscus. Strong, dry winds can burn leaves, but they will recover. Potential problems. Aphids/ants. Aphids (green, black or brown) are soft-bodied sucking insects that can ...

You typically find aphids in clusters on the undersides of the foliage, close to the tops of the stems, and/or on and around the flower buds. $2 for 6 months SUBSCRIBE NOW Read Today's Paper ...

A: Hibiscus plants can be plagued by several insects — whitefly, aphids and mealybugs — all of which suck sap out of the foliage and can give off a sticky honeydew.

Aphid feeding normally does not severely damage plants but makes them look bad. (Courtesy Tom MacCubbin) Q. My hibiscus in a large pot gets a few flimsy limbs and is declining rapidly.

Insect repellents important because summer often means more insects – Features, Hawaii News | West Hawaii Today ...

Rose-of-Sharon. This non-native, woody shrub can grow up to 8 to 12 feet and make a bold statement in your garden. Rose-of-Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) is hardy in Zones 5-9, though it can suffer ...