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Majesty Palm Soil Worms: Source & Elimination

White worms destroying plants—any answers? Shouldn't have been sold this plant but want to save it. Not much of a gardener but love the look.

Expert Advice

Worms usually originate from nursery soil. Always change soil when receiving palm: larger container, quality potting mix. Eliminates eggs. Majestys mainly get spider mites—controlled by daily frond misting. Kill worms on palm with indoor plant insecticides.

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