Sticky Schefflera: Honeydew from Hidden Insects

Gooey Leaves and Floor Under Schefflera? Honeydew Sticky residue is insect excrement (aphids, scale). Treat with insecticidal soap (spray outdoors) or systemic imidacloprid soil drench (Bayer Advanced). Inspect leaf unde

Male Weeping Mulberry Sudden Leaf Curl and Browning

Weeping Mulberry Leaves Curling Brown in May Scratch twigs: green under bark means tree will releaf. Check trunk for wounds. A late freeze can cause temporary defoliation on otherwise healthy trees.

Bright Red Bugs on Crepe Myrtle and Oleander: Need ID

Striking Red Insects on Crepe Myrtle in Spring Description: 1/4, elongated, bright red, flying, appear 2–3 weeks. Not in Texas bug guides. Photograph next season for ID. Natural predators often control them quickly.

Weeping Mulberry Brown Splotches: Fungus or Nematodes?

Recurring Brown Splotches on Weeping Mulberry Damp springs promote fungal leaf spots and nematodes. Atomic Grow claims to raise plant brix, improving health and deterring pests. Ensure good drainage and air flow.

Sunset Maple Fails to Leaf Out: Cold Injury or Planting Depth?

Norwegian Sunset Maple Buds Not Opening A late freeze can kill tender buds. Scratch twigs for green. Ensure root flare is visible—mulch/soil piled too high smothers roots (95% roots in top 6). Understory plants not the i

Young Silver Maple with Sparse Canopy and Trunk Split

Silver Maple at 25% Canopy: Check for Trunk Damage Splitting bark at base indicates internal decay or physical injury. This likely causes the sparse foliage. Send a clear photo of the split for assessment. On-site arbori

Bradford Pear Stunted Leaves After Bloom: Pear Decline

Bradford Pear Leaves Stay Tiny and Yellow: Pear Decline A known disorder in the Southeast: trees bloom but leaves dont expand. Root/graft weakness suspected. No pathogen IDd. Check trunk base for damage. Consult extensio

Topped Mango Seedling Will Branch and Recover

Mango Seedling Snapped? Itll Branch Out As long as leaves remain, the seedling will push new branches from below the break. Protect from pests; sometimes topping stimulates root and shoot growth.

Sky Pencil Holly Leaf Drop and Black Stems: Drainage Issue

New Sky Pencil Hollies Losing Leaves with Blackened Stems Likely poor drainage causing root rot. Sandy soil staying wet too long. Prune black stems, replant on higher ground with better drainage. Water well at transplant

Fertilizing Century-Old Locust Trees for Vigor

Revitalizing Ancient Locusts with Sparse Crowns Apply 10-10-10 at 1 lb per inch trunk diameter, water in. Repeat after leaf fall. Prune only dead limbs in fall. Fertilization improves health; pruning wont restore lower b

Sticky Whitish Sap on Money Tree: Benign Exudate

Sticky Sap on Pachira Aquatica: Not a Threat The whitish sticky material is likely a natural plant exudate. No pests or disease evident. Monitor for wilting or spots; otherwise, continue normal care.

Holly Leaf Discoloration: Root Zone Issues

Browning Tips and Yellow Spots on Holly Usually caused by water stress (too much/little) or fertilizer imbalance. Get a soil test (free via extension). Check trunk base for bark damage from mulch. Apply general fertilize

Camellia Sticky Leaves and Blackening: Sooty Mold

Sticky, Blackening Camellia Leaves? Sooty Mold Black rub-off coating is sooty mold from honeydew-producing insects (scale, aphids). Control insects. Yellow leaves may indicate nutrient imbalance. See Extension bulletin.

Plum Tree with Raised Bark: Black Knot Disease

Rough Black Swellings on Plum Branches? Black Knot Prune 2–3 inches below galls during dormancy. Burn prunings. Fungicides (Benlate + Captan) at early bloom to mid-June. Remove nearby wild Prunus. Sanitation is critical.

Chitalpa Dieback: Prune Dead, Encourage Basal Sprouts

Chitalpa with Dead Top Growth but Live Base Cut off dead branches. Basal sprouts will grow quickly from established roots. Monitor; if no improvement in a season, consider replacement.

Maple Leaf Warts and Holes: Phyllosticta Leaf Spot

Circular Tan Spots with Red Borders on Maple? Phyllosticta Leaf Spot Late-season infection causes minimal harm. Spots have purple-red borders, later black fruiting rings. Fungicides (mancozeb, chlorothalonil) applied ear

Sticky Droplets on Money Tree: Honeydew or Normal Exudate?

Clear Sticky Drops on Pachira Aquatica Leaves Usually indicates sap-feeding insects (aphids, scale) even if unseen. Check leaf undersides thoroughly. If truly no insects, it may be natural plant exudate. Consult nursery.

Japanese Maple Chemical Injury from House Washing

One-Sided Browning on Japanese Maple After Bleach Wash If chemicals contacted foliage or soil, flush with deep watering to leach. Wait and monitor; tree may recover with TLC.

Potted Banana Plant Yellowing: Increase Watering

Dwarf Banana in Pot Needs Daily Water Bananas are heavy drinkers. Water daily (dont let sit in water). Use soil surfactant (Saturade) to improve penetration. Trunk leaning may indicate root loss from drought.

Old Lilac with Burnt Leaves and Few Flowers: Root Stress?

Mature Lilac Failing to Bloom, Leaves Scorched Check trunk base for bark damage. Symptoms suggest root stress (too wet/dry). Consult a local nursery for on-site evaluation. UK conditions may differ.