Q&A – How can I keep mealy bugs from coming back next year?
Question:
How can I keep mealy bugs from coming back next year?
Answer:
Practice good sanitation by picking up any fallen leaves or branches on infected plants. This will reduce places they can overwinter. Also, in the late winter and spring spray the plants with a dormant oil. This will kill the eggs and crawlers. Systemic insecticides do not work well on mealy bugs.
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Mealybugs
Mealybugs on Houseplants
How can I keep mealy bugs from coming back next year?
Answer:
Practice good sanitation by picking up any fallen leaves or branches on infected plants. This will reduce places they can overwinter. Also, in the late winter and spring spray the plants with a dormant oil. This will kill the eggs and crawlers. Systemic insecticides do not work well on mealy bugs.
Related Resources:
Mealybugs
Mealybugs on Houseplants