Identifying Scale Insects on Rose Canes: Cocoon-Like Bumps and Treatment

A single cocoon-like bump is likely a scale insect. Remove it manually. Check for borer holes in canes. Scale insects are stationary and suck sap.

Scale insect on rose cane

If only one, no panic—just remove and monitor.

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