Pests & Insects
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Identify and eliminate common bougainvillea pests before they damage your plants. From aphids to spider mites, learn organic and chemical control methods.
- Aphids
- Mealybugs
- Spider Mites
- Scale Insects
- Thrips
Early detection is the most effective defense. Check under leaves and near new growth nodes regularly.
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Fungus Gnats
Eliminate fungus gnats on bougainvillea: identify larvae in soil, use Bti, sticky traps, and fix overwatering permanently.
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Mealybugs
Identify, treat, and prevent mealybugs on bougainvillea using alcohol, neem oil, and systemic controls for heavy infestations.
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Scale Insects
Identify and eliminate scale insects on bougainvillea: armored vs. soft scale, rubbing alcohol, horticultural oil, and systemic insecticide options.
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Thrips
Control thrips on bougainvillea: identify silvery feeding damage on bracts and leaves, spinosad treatments, sticky traps, and multi-stage control strategy.
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