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Sago Palm White Scale in Hawaii: Asian Cycad Scale, Atomic Grow Tested

Best Treatment for White Scale on Sago

Owner has Volck Oil and Bayer Advanced Tree & Shrub liquid.

Answer

Likely Asian Cycad Scale. No known cure; UF studying. Dr. Robert Stamps testing Atomic Grow: foliar spray dehydrates scale, loosens attachment, washes off. Stimulates growth. Non-toxic, non-selective. Also helps plant recover from chemical/fertilizer abuse.

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