Jasmine Tree Scale Infestation: Prune, Then Treat with Alcohol Spray

Saving a Jasmine from Severe Scale

A year-old jasmine lost leaves after moving indoors, developed sticky honeydew, and now has brown scale bumps on branches.

Treatment Plan

1. Prune sharply first – removes infested wood, reduces plant size, promotes new growth.
2. Spray rubbing alcohol mix: 1 part alcohol + 5 parts water + drop of dish soap. Cover all surfaces until dripping. Avoid direct sun during application.
3. Repeat in 5–7 days to catch crawlers.
4. Monitor weekly for recurrence.

Commercial option: Brand X Foliage Cleaner (silicon-based, penetrates crevices). Pesticides not recommended—hazardous and not 100% effective.