What are spider mites?
A. The bad thing about these mites is that the damage is usually considerable before they are detected. Most mites are so small they are very hard to see. Some species spin very fine webs that you can see. You can check for mites by rubbing a white cloth over the suspected area. If mites or eggs are present there will be brownish streaks on the cloth. Watch for stippling, blanching, or a silver-like appearance on the foliage. The first signs are the silvery areas that will eventually turn brown and sunken. The leaves will also turn yellow and drop off. Mites damage plants by removing the sap and the chlorophyll from the leaves of the plants. Q. How can I control and get rid of insects. A. Cleanliness is the best prevention. However, sometimes nothing seems to work and you must do something about the insects. There are many insect sprays on the market today. I would be sure and test the spray on a small area before spraying the whole plant. Many of these sprays are very poisonous so car
