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Red Acer (Maple) Larvae Infestation: Atomic Grow Foliar Cleanup and Systemic Healing

White Powdery Substance = Insect Larvae

Brown shell with white powder on bark, bleached-looking leaves = insect larvae (not scale) from spring hatch. Infestation on red acer (Japanese maple).

Atomic Grow: Dual Action

Foliar spray dislodges larvae—washes them off.
Systemic entry through leaves/bark heals internally.
Detoxifies tree—future pest resistance.

Commercial Proven

James used 7+ years commercially. Email kjshellhome@gmail.com for questions.

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