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Holly bush disease or pest? #650922

Asked June 14, 2020, 7:12 PM EDT

Trying to identify what these white things are on our holly bush. Appear to only be on stems. Are not on tree nearby. Pictures attached. How do we save bush?

Washington County Maryland

Expert Response

This is cottony camellia scale, which is having a banner year.

 Here's what to do: https://extension.umd.edu/hgic/topics/cottony-camellia-scale-shrubs

Ellen
Answered by the Home & Garden Information Center's Maryland Certified Professional Horticulturists Replied June 15, 2020, 2:19 PM EDT

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