PUBLICATION W289C

IPM QuickFacts Series: White Peach Scale

Publish Date: September 27 2012 |  Language: English

DOI: doi.org/10.7290/UTIAPub/W289C

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Summary

The white peach scale is an armored scale insect that can become a serious pest of fruit and ornamental trees. Describes how to identify infestations, when different life stages appear during the season, and how to monitor for crawlers. Summarizes the types of damage it can cause and management options, including supporting beneficial predators, improving plant health to reduce stress, and using insecticides when needed.