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Sticky Schefflera Leaves: Aphids or Scale—Alcohol-Soap Spray Regimen

Sticky leaves = honeydew from sap-suckers. Spray daily for a week with 1 pint alcohol + 1 pint water + 1 tsp dish soap. Then every 3 days for a month. Keep plant in sunniest spot, let dry between waterings, empty saucer.

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