Pest identification
What's eating my angelonia angustifolia 'serenita raspberry'?
Aphids
Signs: Small colonies on soft new growth; honeydew and minor leaf curl, rarely severe on angelonia
Control: Knock off with water; apply insecticidal soap spray; beneficial insects usually keep populations low
Spider mites
Signs: Stippled, pale leaves with fine webbing in hot, dry conditions
Control: Maintain adequate soil moisture; spray foliage with water or neem oil if mites are confirmed
Whitefly
Signs: White adults under leaves; yellowing foliage and sooty mould from honeydew secretions
Control: Yellow sticky traps; insecticidal soap or pyrethrin spray; improve airflow between plants
Keep angelonia angustifolia 'serenita raspberry' pest-free
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Angelonia angustifolia 'Serenita Raspberry' pests — FAQ
What is eating my angelonia angustifolia 'serenita raspberry'?
Angelonia 'Serenita Raspberry' is exceptionally pest-resistant — deer and rabbits avoid its aromatic foliage. Aphids and spider mites occasionally appear in dry spells, and whitefly can colonise plants in warm sheltered beds. Its natural oils deter many insects. Scout shoot tips regularly and treat early for best results.
How do I get rid of aphids on angelonia angustifolia 'serenita raspberry'?
Small colonies on soft new growth; honeydew and minor leaf curl, rarely severe on angelonia Knock off with water; apply insecticidal soap spray; beneficial insects usually keep populations low
How do I get rid of spider mites on angelonia angustifolia 'serenita raspberry'?
Stippled, pale leaves with fine webbing in hot, dry conditions Maintain adequate soil moisture; spray foliage with water or neem oil if mites are confirmed
How do I get rid of whitefly on angelonia angustifolia 'serenita raspberry'?
White adults under leaves; yellowing foliage and sooty mould from honeydew secretions Yellow sticky traps; insecticidal soap or pyrethrin spray; improve airflow between plants