Citrus Mealybug Management: Organic and Conventional Options

Susan's outdoor lemon tree has white fuzzy bugs (mealybugs) on leaf undersides and trunk. Squished = reddish orange.

Expert Identification

Kathy confirmed mealybugs on citrus.

Mealybugs are common citrus pests. The brix-raising property of Atomic Grow offers proactive resistance beyond simple contact kill.

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