Magnolia Bush Mystery - HELP!

Discussion in 'Garden Pest Management and Identification' started by Barbara Kent, Jul 1, 2008.

  1. Barbara Kent

    Barbara Kent Member

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    There is something on the branches of our magnolia bush. It's round, white and when scraped off wet and a bit slimy (YUK!). Whatever it is, started within the past 2-3 weeks. It also appears that there's something sticky on (some of) the leaves. We live in Michigan-USA, it's been rainy, hot, then cool and now hot. The bush was planted in an area about 3-feet wide, between a sidewalk and next to garage. It receives a north-eastern light, is about 5-years old and has for the most part, been very healthy. It (she) was planted in honor of my mother, who also grew magnolias. She has beautiful blossoms in the spring, which we eagerly await each year. I would like to use something "green" to help her, but what? And, if there is nothing natural, what do I do? HELP! barbarapalazzolo@yahoo.com
     

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  2. joclyn

    joclyn Rising Contributor

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    looks kind of like mealy bugs. use q-tips dipped in rubbing alcohol.
     
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    chimera Well-Known Member 10 Years

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