orchids

I have owned 5 orchids all in separate pots and have had 3 of them over two years and one last Easter, and another in early May. My problem is they have all got a clear sticky mess all over their leaves. Can you help?

Sheila Anniss

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#1 Comment By Downtoearthdigs On 07/20/2016 @ 11:38 am

This is Honeydew, which is the residue from pests.

Treat your plants with Neem Oil.

Here are some links with more information.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/what-is-honeydew.htm ^[1]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm ^[2]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/orchids/common-orchid-problems.htm ^[3]

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