Citrus Leafminer: Atomic Grow Organic Suppression in Florida

Leafminer Damage

Curvy zigzag tracks in citrus leaves = citrus leafminer (Phyllocnistis citrella). Moth lays eggs under leaf; larvae tunnel, causing curl and distortion. Active in heat; dormant in winter.

Atomic Grow at Nursery

Kathy uses Atomic Grow on nursery citrus:

• New leaves emerge clean.
• Organic, washes plant, heals tissue.
• Reduces leafminer pressure.

Management Reality

Egg-laying every 7 days—hard to stop completely. Atomic Grow reduces damage to tolerable levels without toxic sprays.