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Gardening Know How Questions & Answers - https://questions.gardeningknowhow.comI have two gardenia plants that are currently inside for the winter. I have noticed recently that they are getting “gritty” spots and what looks like spider webs around the new leaf stems. What is this, and what do I need to do to protect the plants?
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1 Comment To "I need help to identify a bug problem with my gardenia plant."
#1 Comment By Nikki On 03/05/2012 @ 7:36 am
Your gardenia may be affected by mealy bugs or spider mites, common pests of these plants. Treating with neem oil will help. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/mealybugs-white-residue-on-plants-leaves.htm [1]
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