Pest identification
What's eating my white wild quinine?
Aphids
Signs: Sticky honeydew on stems and leaves; soft clusters of insects on new growth
Control: Hose off with water; insecticidal soap if populations build; attract ladybird beetles
Caterpillars
Signs: Irregular holes in leaves; defoliation of individual shoots in late summer
Control: Hand-pick; apply Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis) for heavier outbreaks
Keep white wild quinine pest-free
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White Wild Quinine pests — FAQ
What is eating my white wild quinine?
White Wild Quinine is an exceptionally tough native prairie plant with very few serious pests. Aphids may visit young growth, and caterpillars occasionally nibble leaves, but this species is generally deer-resistant and problem-free in its native range. Good air circulation and well-drained soil keep most issues at bay.
How do I get rid of aphids on white wild quinine?
Sticky honeydew on stems and leaves; soft clusters of insects on new growth Hose off with water; insecticidal soap if populations build; attract ladybird beetles
How do I get rid of caterpillars on white wild quinine?
Irregular holes in leaves; defoliation of individual shoots in late summer Hand-pick; apply Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis) for heavier outbreaks