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Jenko starts with ...
Hi can anyone tell what this insect is and how do I protect my plant for them? They bit my young peaches, avocados and the tips of my frangipani plants.. Than Jenko
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Time: 15th November 2013 1:33pm
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Diego says...
I think it is a variety of shield bug that sucks sap from tender parts of plants. They are a nuisance and sprays don't work too well unless applied point blank on the insect itself. Squashing them is said to deter others from the plant.
Time: 16th November 2013 11:55am
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Jenko says...
I have heard that green ants will attact the bugs but I'm not sure if I want to bring green ants into my yard..
Time: 17th November 2013 8:54pm
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