Pest identification
What's eating my aglaonema spring snow?
Mealybugs
Signs: White waxy fluff in leaf axils and along the midrib; honeydew and sooty mould may follow
Control: Spot-treat with isopropyl alcohol on a cotton swab; follow with neem oil spray at weekly intervals for a month
Spider mites
Signs: Tiny pale dots across the leaf face, webbing on undersides; leaves may curl in severe cases
Control: Shower the plant, then apply insecticidal soap or neem oil; repeat every 7 days until no mites are visible
Scale insects
Signs: Hard or waxy bumps on stems and leaf undersides, with yellowing of affected leaves
Control: Scrape off with a soft brush dipped in soapy water, then treat with horticultural oil every 10 days
Keep aglaonema spring snow pest-free
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Aglaonema Spring Snow pests — FAQ
What is eating my aglaonema spring snow?
Aglaonema Spring Snow, with its pale variegated leaves, can show pest damage quickly. Mealybugs are the most frequent attacker, hiding in the creamy white leaf margins. Spider mites and scale may also appear in dry indoor conditions. Regular leaf inspections and good airflow will keep this cultivar healthy.
How do I get rid of mealybugs on aglaonema spring snow?
White waxy fluff in leaf axils and along the midrib; honeydew and sooty mould may follow Spot-treat with isopropyl alcohol on a cotton swab; follow with neem oil spray at weekly intervals for a month
How do I get rid of spider mites on aglaonema spring snow?
Tiny pale dots across the leaf face, webbing on undersides; leaves may curl in severe cases Shower the plant, then apply insecticidal soap or neem oil; repeat every 7 days until no mites are visible
How do I get rid of scale insects on aglaonema spring snow?
Hard or waxy bumps on stems and leaf undersides, with yellowing of affected leaves Scrape off with a soft brush dipped in soapy water, then treat with horticultural oil every 10 days