Experts told which pests most often affect thuja: how to protect the plant

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In order for thuja trees to grow luxuriantly and be always green, they must be protected from pests that can attack them. In details, read how to deal with pests.

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Which pests are dangerous for thuja:

• aphid
• spider mite
• moth caterpillars

Trees, affected by these pests, they first turn yellow and then fall off. Thuja can also be completely wrapped in a web. The caterpillar may cause deformation of the needles.

How to protect the plant from insect pests?  Ash infusion and biological preparations sold in specialized stores will help. 1 kilogram of ash should be diluted in 3 liters of water.

And in early spring, for prevention, you should sprinkle thuja with Bordeaux liquid with a concentration of 3%. This mixture will protect the plant from a fungal disease – powdery mildew.