Magnolia Honeydew: Insect Excrement, Not Tree Sap

Magnolia bloomed well, now exuding clear sticky sap.

Diagnosis

Clear sticky substance is honeydew (insect excrement) from insects feeding on tree or plant above it—not tree sap.

Search leaves for insects. Snip samples for garden center ID and insecticide recommendation. Treat the insect, honeydew stops.

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