Pest identification
What's eating my gomphrena globosa 'qis pink'?
Aphids
Signs: Clustered soft-bodied insects on new growth causing distorted stems and sticky honeydew residue
Control: Knock off with a strong jet of water; apply insecticidal soap or neem oil spray; encourage ladybirds
Spider mites
Signs: Fine webbing on stems and undersides of leaves; foliage becomes speckled, pale, or bronzed in hot dry weather
Control: Increase humidity, spray foliage with water; treat with neem oil or a miticide if infestation is heavy
Caterpillars (loopers/budworms)
Signs: Ragged holes in leaves and flower heads; frass (droppings) visible on foliage
Control: Hand-pick at dusk; apply Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) spray for heavier infestations
Keep gomphrena globosa 'qis pink' pest-free
Healthy plants resist pests best. Get the basics right:
- What eats globe amaranth — the species this cultivar belongs to
- What's wrong with my plant? — the diagnosis apps compared
- Common gomphrena globosa 'qis pink' problems & fixes
- Gomphrena globosa 'QIS Pink' watering schedule
- Gomphrena globosa 'QIS Pink' light requirements
- Full gomphrena globosa 'qis pink' care guide
Gomphrena globosa 'QIS Pink' pests — FAQ
What is eating my gomphrena globosa 'qis pink'?
Gomphrena 'QIS Pink' is notably pest-resistant, but aphids and spider mites occasionally target young stems, while caterpillars may chew foliage in summer. Its papery bracts deter most browsers. Keep plants well-spaced for airflow and inspect weekly during hot, dry spells when spider mites thrive.
How do I get rid of aphids on gomphrena globosa 'qis pink'?
Clustered soft-bodied insects on new growth causing distorted stems and sticky honeydew residue Knock off with a strong jet of water; apply insecticidal soap or neem oil spray; encourage ladybirds
How do I get rid of spider mites on gomphrena globosa 'qis pink'?
Fine webbing on stems and undersides of leaves; foliage becomes speckled, pale, or bronzed in hot dry weather Increase humidity, spray foliage with water; treat with neem oil or a miticide if infestation is heavy
How do I get rid of caterpillars (loopers/budworms) on gomphrena globosa 'qis pink'?
Ragged holes in leaves and flower heads; frass (droppings) visible on foliage Hand-pick at dusk; apply Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) spray for heavier infestations