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Q.Using miticide

Zone 89460 | epetrie396 added on September 14, 2016 | Answered

I have a rubber plant in my house. After reading up on this plant, I see that they are susceptible to spider mites. Can I use a miticide as a preventative before spider mites appear?

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LuvaLeigh
Answered on September 15, 2016

Spider mites are incredibly tiny, almost invisible to the naked eye. Using a miticide on your plant may be a good preventative if your concerned there may be an infestation.
Here is an article on miticdes and how to choose the right one for your plant;
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/using-miticide-on-plants.htm

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