Diseases on Holly Bushes

Question

We have both male and female hollies in our front yard. Recently the leaves have developed a white speckled growth on them. I thought it might be spider mites and used our hose to remove them. What might they be and what should we do to eliminate them?

Answer 1

It sounds like it could be scale. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/scale-bug-how-to-control-plant-scale.htm

Neem oil may help. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm