Woolly Pine Scale: Looks Alarming, But No Treatment Needed

Fluffy white sticky stuff on pine in midsummer? Woolly pine scale. It's conspicuous but rarely spreads. Honeydew may coat surfaces below.

Verdict

Do nothing. Natural predators handle it. No spray needed.

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