Clusters of tiny soft insects on new growth and leaf undersides; sticky honeydew, curling leaves, and ants farming them.
Spring flushes of tender growth, again in fall.
May Jun Sep
Blast off with water, then insecticidal soap or neem if they persist.
Invite ladybugs and lacewings, avoid over-fertilizing, and check undersides weekly.
The same products HomesteadSync recommends in the app for this problem.
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