Master Gardener Decision Support Guide
Woody Ornamentals
Rhododendron
The damage you have described is lacebug damage. Lacebug adults
are about the size of a gnat with clear wings. You can find them
on the undersides of the leaf during the spring and again in
early fall. Lacebugs can be controlled with Orthene when the
adults are present.
For more information see
Insect
Note,
Insect
Picture (Similar insect),
Pesticide Chart (Not available),
Pest Management Calendar.
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Designed by David
Goforth on December 17, 1997.
Contents modified on February 18, 1998.
Contents checked on February 18, 1998.