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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.