Tag: plant pests

Illustration of a magnified thrips on a leaf, alongside an image of damaged foliage. Tools for pest management, such as an insecticide bottle and a garden sprayer, are also depicted.

Thrips: How to Identify and Manage These Tiny Plant Pests

Introduction to Thrips Thrips are tiny, slender insects that belong to the order Thysanoptera. They are notorious…

2023-06-12
Illustration of various scale insects in their different life stages, a damaged plant, and a gardener applying organic pest control methods.

Scale Insect: How to Identify and Control These Plant Pests

Introduction to Scale Insects Scale insects are small, sap-sucking pests that can cause significant damage to a…

2023-06-11
Illustration of a close-up spider mite on a leaf, surrounded by visible damage. A magnifying glass reveals its tiny details, while a side infographic shows common control methods.

Spider Mite: How to Identify and Control These Plant-Sucking Insects

Introduction to Spider Mites Spider mites are tiny, plant-sucking arachnids that can wreak havoc on a wide…

2023-06-11
Illustration of a lush green plant infested with small, white, cottony mealybugs, a magnifying glass highlighting the pests, and a spray bottle with a natural pesticide solution.

Mealybug: How to Identify and Control These Plant Pests

Introduction to Mealybugs Mealybugs are small, unassuming insects that can wreak havoc on a wide variety of…

2023-06-09
Illustration of various species of flea beetles in different stages of their life cycle, alongside damaged plants showing signs of their infestation, set against a garden backdrop.

Flea Beetles: How to Identify and Manage These Plant Pests

Introduction to Flea Beetles Flea beetles are a widespread and persistent group of small, jumping insects that…

2023-06-07
Illustration of various types of caterpillars in different shapes, colors, and sizes, munching on leaves, with a magnifying glass highlighting their distinctive features, set against a garden backdrop.

Caterpillars: How to Identify and Control These Plant-Eating Pests

Introduction to Caterpillars Caterpillars are the larval stage of butterflies and moths belonging to the order Lepidoptera….

2023-06-05