gardenias

We have lots of little white mounds on the stem of our gardenias. Is this a mealybug infestation? They are very sticky. Leaves are healthy (at the moment). Can you please help me with a solution? Sorry unable to send photo. Not tech savvy.

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#1 Comment By Downtoearthdigs On 03/14/2017 @ 7:14 pm

Mealybug are the likely culprit. They are very common on Gardenia plants.
Neem Oil is a good treatment for these insects.
Here are some links with more information.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/gardenia-pests.htm ^[1]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/common-gardenia-diseases.htm ^[2]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm ^[3]

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