White crystal chrysanthemum pests and control methods

Pests of white crystal chrysanthemum: aphids

Aphids are an inevitable part of every flower's journey to maturity, with the two peak months of reproduction being April - May and September - October . When the disease occurs, densely packed white insects will appear on the leaves of the white crystal chrysanthemum.

Prevention and treatment methods

① Check the top of the plant, the bottom of the buds and the petals regularly. If aphids are found, wipe them off in time and rinse them with soapy water or clean water.

② If aphids are found, spray them with 10% imidacloprid wettable powder or a tablet of clean emulsion at a dilution of 1000-15000 times in the evening.

White crystal chrysanthemum pests: cabbage worm

It occurs from April to October every year, mainly harming the terminal buds and tender shoots of the plant, and is relatively rare in home maintenance.

Prevention and treatment methods

Check the plants regularly and remove insects as soon as they are found by spraying them in the evening with 1000 times diluted 20% Metsol or 1000-1500 times diluted 5% Saprophytic Acid SC.

Pests of white crystal chrysanthemum: Geometrid moth

Generally appearing in early August , the geometrid moth feeds on leaves and flower buds, affecting the flowering of the plant.

Prevention and treatment methods

Check the plants frequently and if pests are found, spray them in the evening with 1000 times diluted 21% Methacin or 1500-2000 times diluted 1.8% Avermectin.