Mealy bugs

Plants & plant pests go hand in hand. Learn more about aphids & mealybugs & how to control them. You'll find photos to identify them.

Mealybugs are a common sight in gardens, and this form of scale insect can be an annoyance. Horticultural expert Lorin Nielsen explains everything you need to know to remove and prevent these bugs indoors and out.

Mealy bugs are parasitic insects with strong specificity. In the wild, they can parasitize on the hive of bees. They mainly eating cocoons, pollen, and the skins of bees. They are scale insects that are very common to be found in plants indoor and outdoor. #mealybugs #parasiticinsects #plantindoor #plantoutdoor

So you've got an unsightly infestation. Now how to get rid of mealybugs without killing your plant? These natural, organic methods will help.

How to Kill Mealybugs? Tips on Mealy Bugs control, the small, cotton-looking white plant bugs equipped with piercing/sucking mouthparts.

A new study reveals that a species of bacteria lives within another species of bacteria that lives within an insect. The three-way interaction resembles the origin of complex life 900 million years ago.

Finding bugs on your indoor plants is super frustrating. But it’s important to know which type of houseplant pest infestation you have, so you can get rid of them as fast as possible. Each one has distinct characteristics, so it’s easy to figure it out. Learn how to identify common houseplant pests (like spider mites, mealybugs, aphids, fungus gnats in the soil, scale, etc), symptoms to watch out for, damage they cause, and tips for getting rid of them organically. #houseplants #indoorplants

Do you have mealy bugs? We'll show you how to get rid of mealy bugs in just two easy steps. Get rid of them for good!

Use neem oil to get rid of an insect pest like a spider mite or mealy bug without harming beneficial insects. Neem oil sprays and soil soaks treat spider mites, fungus gnats, and powdery mildew to maintain the health of your plant. #neem #oil #mealybugs