Milkweed problem - Ask Extension
What is on the bottom of the leaves??
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Milkweed problem #361234
Asked September 09, 2016, 6:28 PM EDT
What is on the bottom of the leaves??
Wayne County Michigan
Expert Response
Hi. This is an aphid, the oleander aphid. At this time of year the best way of control is a spray of water from a hose end or cutting down the stem(s) where you are finding them. Chemical control is not usually recommended, especially since pollinators visit these plants. I often find these aphids on my orange butterfly weed at the end of the season and never do anything to try and control them!