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Spider Mites on Pittosporum

How to identify and get rid of spider mites on Pittosporum. Size: 0.5mm.

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Identifying spider mites on Pittosporum

Tiny dots, often red or brown, visible with magnifying glass. Webbing on undersides of leaves.

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Life cycle

Complete life cycle in 1–2 weeks in hot, dry conditions. Can produce 13+ generations per year.

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Damage to Pittosporum

Stippled, bronze leaves. Webbing. Leaves drop. Plants weaken and die if untreated.

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How to treat spider mites on Pittosporum

Increase humidity. Spray forcefully with water. Apply miticide or neem oil. Repeat weekly.

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Preventing spider mites on Pittosporum

Maintain humidity above 50%. Avoid dry, hot conditions. Regular misting.