Master Gardener Decision Support Guide
Woody Ornamentals
Camellia
The problem you have described is probably scale insects on the
back of the leaves. For a positive identification submit a sample
to the local Cooperative Extension Office. There are numerous
scales that live on camellia foliage and cause it to turn yellow.
If the scales are discoloring the leaves, they are present in
large numbers and need to be controlled. Scales can be
controlled with Orthene, Malathion, Insecticidal Soap, Dimethoate
or
Summer Oil.
For more information see
Insect
Note (Hemispherical Scale only),
Insect
Picture (Typical scale),
Pesticide Chart,
Pest Management Calendar.
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Master Gardener Decision Support Guide
Designed by David
Goforth on December 29, 1997.
Contents modified on February 17, 1998.
Contents checked on February 17, 1998.