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Mealybugs on Autumn Joy Sedum; Autumn Fire
How to identify and get rid of mealybugs on Autumn Joy Sedum; Autumn Fire. Size: 2–4mm.
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Identifying mealybugs on Autumn Joy Sedum; Autumn Fire
White, cottony, waxy masses in leaf axils and on stems. Soft-bodied oval insects inside.
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Life cycle
Females lay 300–600 eggs in cottony masses. Spread by crawlers and on contaminated tools.
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Damage to Autumn Joy Sedum; Autumn Fire
Sap-sucking causes yellowing and stunting. Heavy infestations can kill plants. Produces honeydew.
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How to treat mealybugs on Autumn Joy Sedum; Autumn Fire
Dab with rubbing alcohol on cotton bud. Apply insecticidal soap or neem oil. Systemic insecticide for severe cases.
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Preventing mealybugs on Autumn Joy Sedum; Autumn Fire
Quarantine new plants. Regular inspection. Avoid overfeeding with nitrogen.