Jumping Bugs on Patio Furniture: Planthopper Nymphs Falling from Trees—Harmless

The tiny (≤3 mm), fast, jumping bugs on your patio table/chairs—white/gray, some darker, appearing in numbers under tree branches—are planthopper nymphs (Fulgoroidea).

Why They're There

• Adults lay eggs on tree branches.
• Nymphs hatch, feed on sap, and fall or jump off onto surfaces below.
• They're temporary (days to weeks), harmless, and don't infest homes.

Action

• Ignore them. They'll disappear as they mature or disperse.
• Wash off with a hose if bothersome.
• No insecticide needed.

Not fleas, not spiders. Just tree insects doing their thing. Enjoy the patio.