How to Control Scale Insects on Outdoor Plants

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Prune infected branches and make sure to destroy the removed branches by burning or treating with an insecticide so as to not infect other plants.

   Put the predators directly on the plant; once they have eaten all the scale insects, they will leave. , Mix
   2.0 tsp. mild liquid soap (9.8 ml) with
   1.0 gallon (3.79 l) of room-temperature water.
   
   Transfer the mixture into a spray bottle or sprayer that attaches to your hose.
   
   Spray the mixture to thoroughly coat the stems and both sides of the leaves.
   
   Thoroughly rinse off the mixture from leaves and stems using room-temperature water. ,,,
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   Step 2: Apply beneficial insect predators

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   Step 3: such as parasitic wasps or ladybugs.

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   Step 4: Spray the plants with mild soap and water.

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   Step 5: Spray with a horticultural oil

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   Step 6: such as neem oil; a horticultural oil is safe for other insects and plants.

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   Step 7: Scrub the scales off using a soft brush and mild soap using the same mixture as above for spraying.

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   Step 8: Spray with commercial chemicals or insecticides following the manufacturer's instructions.

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