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Scale
Scale insects can be devastating to fruits, ornamentals, trees and houseplants if the infestation is severe. Two of the more common types are the armored scale and the soft scale. Since scale suck the sap or juices from plants and plant leaves, the leaves may turn yellow and fall off. The plant may die. | | | Symptoms of Scale Infestations
Since scale suck the sap or juices from plants and plant leaves, the leaves may turn yellow and fall off. Honeydew on foliage is another symptom indicating the possible presence of scale. Scale may also appear on fruit as brown, red, white or gray dots. Results of Scale Infestation Scale can weaken plants when they suck their juices, causing leaves to yellow and fall off, resulting in the eventual death of the plant. Honeydew on plants may attract ants as well as sooty mold, which is a black fungus that can result in the death of the plant. Safer®Brand brings you a variety of effective insect control products that are gentler on the environment! Most of them proudly display the OMRI Listed® organic seal and comply for use in organic gardening! 
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