Like tiny pieces of bright blue sky dropped into your garden, forget-me-nots are one of the few true-blue flowers available to gardeners.These plants are steeped in history and symbolism, and are eas
06.06.2023 - 20:10 / gardenerspath.com / Sylvia Dekker
How to Identify and Manage Jade Plant PestsI always think jade plants look like mini trees, their thick stems bejeweled with plump glossy leaves.
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Let’s keep yours that way.
Though there aren’t many pests that are common on jade plants, infestations do occasionally pop up and ruin the perfection that these easy-care succulents are known for.
We’ve got the scoop on prevention, identification, and treatment methods here, so you’re in luck!
Here’s everything we’ll talk about in this guide:
Before we start going through the list, there are a few things you should know.
The best way to prevent insect attacks in the first place is to keep your plant healthy, by watering properly and keeping it clean. You can read more about caring for jade plants in our guide.
Early detection of any pest problems is key.
Many of the strategies we will talk about below are only possible and effective if you catch the bugs before they bite hard, and that means regular inspections are necessary.
Keeping an eye on your plants will save you a lot of trouble later.
If insect populations get out of control, it is often very hard or even impossible to correct the damage and eradicate the pests, and your best option is to chuck your precious jade and start over.
If you notice your specimen is infested with any of the pests discussed below, isolate it from your other houseplants to avoid further spread.
It’s important to be aware that jade plants are also susceptible to damage from insecticides. Phytotoxic chemicals can cause ugly burns, scars, leaf drop, or even plant death.
To make sure you’re not going to ruin your jade by spraying it or soaking it in
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