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What is this bug #866493

Asked April 30, 2024, 3:01 PM EDT

This was on a wall in our home today. It was at least an inch long, body kind of looked hard but also appeared a little fuzzy on the sides. I didn’t see any wings. Maybe had six legs. I was afraid to get to close to our house guest. I looked away, turned back around a minute later and it was gone. I know it’s not the best picture but can you help me?



Lane County Oregon

Viburnum issue #866444

Asked April 30, 2024, 11:33 AM EDT

My viburnum suffered some sort of damage last year. I assumed it would spring back this year, but it is worse. The leaves are all curled up and it never really had any blossoms.



Ingham County Michigan

Hibiscus tree health #866443

Asked April 30, 2024, 11:32 AM EDT

What is eating my hibiscus tree and how do I improve its overall health? Despite these bugs and less than full leaves, it has bloomed indoors all winter. I'd like to get it healthier for better summer performance.



Oakland County Michigan

Infestation Treatment on Japanese Box woods #866437

Asked April 30, 2024, 11:15 AM EDT

Can you please identify the cause and possible treatments for the infestation of our otherwise healthy box woods. Do we use a pesticide and/or physically remove the affected sections of the plant? See attached photos. Thanks!



Howard County Maryland

Boxwood blight? #866432

Asked April 30, 2024, 10:54 AM EDT

Hello, I noticed a white powderly like substance coating the exterior of my boxwood. It is flaky and if you shake the leaves you can see the substance fall and sit on the ground. Some leaves appear to be discolored but the substance coats an area far larger than discolored leaves. Any idea what this is?



Baltimore County Maryland

Insect #866429

Asked April 30, 2024, 10:33 AM EDT

Hello, does anyone know what insect this is? Is it a pest or unsafe if stung? Thank you! ND



Ramsey County Minnesota

grubs #866405

Asked April 29, 2024, 11:43 PM EDT

I have grubs very bad in my yard are Nematodes a good option,? I have dog and would like to protect him also

Linn County Oregon

Aster yellows #866383

Asked April 29, 2024, 7:32 PM EDT

Does this plant have aster yellows?



Anne Arundel County Maryland

I have little tiny flies and larvae in my soil #866366

Asked April 29, 2024, 5:19 PM EDT

We just planted a bunch of seeds inside my house and they've all come up! First time we've done this in years. We noticed a lot of little flies and now the soil is full of those tiny little white specks, larvae I think. The soil we used must've been infected. Do you have any quick and successful ways to get rid of those? Or can you point me to info about this? Thank you!

Northwest Arctic County Alaska

Flying bugs #866359

Asked April 29, 2024, 4:32 PM EDT

I found these bugs on the inside of my patio door when I was cleaning. I cleaned them up and there were more the next day. Please help me identify them. I am worried they are termites.



Gogebic County Michigan

Insect Identification #866346

Asked April 29, 2024, 3:54 PM EDT

The insect in the attached photo was in my bug trap. Please assist in identifying it.



Fairfax County Virginia

Emerald Ash Borer in Littleton #866345

Asked April 29, 2024, 3:51 PM EDT

Hi there! I live in Littleton where EAB was officially confirmed last year. I have a large multi-trunk ash tree that I'd like to protect. The quotes I'm receiving are quite high (due to the size of my tree). So I'm tempted to do it DIY. I know there's a retail option (Bayer Advanced Tree & Shrub) of imidacloprid. I'm guessing it's a lower concentration than what the commercial options are. It would obviously be much lower cost than having professional application. Assuming it's applied correctly, is it similarly effective?

Arapahoe County Colorado

How to Eliminate Leaf Miners on Boxwoods #866338

Asked April 29, 2024, 3:26 PM EDT

Hi, I have tried spraying Neem Oil in early AM when they are flying around the shrubs, but it didn’t help. Can you please recommend something more effective? Either systemic or spray-on? Thank you, Alice

Montgomery County Maryland

Emerald Ash Borer and Ash Flower Gall Mites #866307

Asked April 29, 2024, 1:40 PM EDT

I am looking for information on controlling Ash Flower Gall Mites if necessary or possible. They infested the whole tree last year. I know they are not usually a health issue for the tree but it seems they have gotten quite bad.

 I would also like to know if I should be treating my mature (57" trunk) Autumn Purple Ash to prevent Emerald Ash Borer? The tree is at 44th Ave and Ward Road in NW  Wheat Ridge.  I am on a limited income and hoping for an economical alternative to the trunk injections. How effective would a soil treatment like "Bayer Advanced 12 month Tree Protect and Feed" Active ingredient Imidacloprid and some have Clothianidin.  I have seen the infestation map for Jefferson county before but could not locate it today. 



Jefferson County Colorado

Should I purchase ladybugs? How do I know if they're native? #866303

Asked April 29, 2024, 1:31 PM EDT

Hello, my spirea are covered in aphids. They are chewing through my roses too. I'd like to purchase ladybugs but I can't find a site that ensures they are native to the region. I'm concerned about introducing an exotic species of ladybug. Do you have any suggestions?

Frederick County Maryland

How to safely remove bees #866291

Asked April 29, 2024, 12:37 PM EDT

Had my patio furniture covered for the winter. Removed covering yesterday and found bees had made hives in the bottom area of all 4 chairs. Want to get them removed safely. Any ideas on how I can do that?



Macomb County Michigan

Crepe Myrtle scale control #866239

Asked April 29, 2024, 8:33 AM EDT

Best method in Md, AA Co, to control scale. Thank you.

Anne Arundel County Maryland

Star magnolia with dying branches #866230

Asked April 29, 2024, 7:28 AM EDT

I have a star magnolia that just this year has dying branches. There are small black like seeds that come off when I grip the branches. What can I do to save it? Thanks. Pictures attached.



Wake County North Carolina

Slime flux?? #866224

Asked April 28, 2024, 10:58 PM EDT

Helping my son with his 4H project- Insect Adventures 3… came across something we have never seen before on our property. We have 21 acres and much of it is wooded. We found this dripping, yellow, smelly fungus? on a rotting fallen tree. Covered in flies (not sure on exact type) and an insect that we were unsure of that buried itself under leaves and under the ground when we got close. Wondering if this is slime flux or something else and also curious for information regarding which insects benefit from or like this stuff. Is this bad news to see? The tree has been dead and fallen for quite a while so not concerned for the tree, but we are creating a pollinator habitat in this area and are concerned for the space as a whole.



Guernsey County Ohio

can you identify this insect #866180

Asked April 28, 2024, 2:56 PM EDT

before I call an exterminator for termites, I was hoping somebody could identify this insect and let me know if it is it termite or something else. I know I can ask the termite company, but I think it’s best to go in knowing what I have and not relying on them to tell me. I also have a video of it moving, but it would not let me upload so if there’s an email or something, I can send it to you if you need more info I can do that. Thanks so much for your help.



Franklin County Ohio

Is my dogwood going to perk up? #866155

Asked April 28, 2024, 10:58 AM EDT

We planted a dogwood last year that seemed to be doing fine but has yet to bud up and sprout leaves for the year. It seems to me that sometimes newly planted dogwoods take a bit longer to get going, but I'm certainly not an expert! One area of concern potentially is some bark damage near the base, not sure if it is deer or insect related. Any thoughts welcome, thanks!



Montgomery County Maryland

insection infestation (vegetables) #866147

Asked April 28, 2024, 10:02 AM EDT

Hi, I have read that asparagus should be treated to avoid insect infestation.  What type of insecticides can you apply to them ?  Malathion , Sevin?    Also I would like to know if you can apply Preen around your asparagus plants to reduce weeds without affecting plants performance?

thank you

neal 

Allegan County Michigan

Boxwood: white cottony issue? #866101

Asked April 27, 2024, 3:15 PM EDT

Hi, I've noticed this white substance on my boxwoods. It's not on all my boxwoods. These boxwoods are about 5 years old and have been doing well; they were purchased from a reputable gardening store. Do you know what this is? Will this hurt my boxwoods? Should I treat them with anything? Thank you.



Anne Arundel County Maryland

Parasites and worms #866056

Asked April 26, 2024, 10:29 PM EDT

I have maybe both not sure. I have sores on my legs and 3-4 on my upper body. I found grey fuzzy see-through worms, what are they? Also I'm not sure what it is but a Barb emerges from my skin(it hurts). I don't know what it is.

Pasco County Florida

Arborvitae has bugs? #866030

Asked April 26, 2024, 5:05 PM EDT

Hello, I've had these arborvitae trees since we moved in 23 years ago in North Portland. They have always been healthy and green, even though we don't water or fertilize them. But last week I discovered the bark on 2 of them appears to be peeling off. There also appears to be little holes in the bark. So my question is, does my arborvitae have a bug problem of some kind? If not, what is happening to the bark and how should I treat it? Thank you!



Multnomah County Oregon