Q.Pests on Crape Myrtles
Some of my crape myrtles have lots of white bugs (?) on them that seem to be killing the smaller plants. When smashed, there is a bright pink bug inside. Any idea what it is? Colleyville, Texas
Nikki
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Answered on November 2, 2011
It sounds like mealy bugs. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/mealybugs-white-residue-on-plants-leaves.htm
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