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Rhapis Palm scale infestation
By:Rachel Whiting
Hi, need advice on controlling a scale infestation on a Rhapis Palm. The palm lives in a large pot on an apartment balcony in full shade. I have been treating the infestation by spraying neem oil once a week for 8 weeks and removing the scale by hand, however the problem is not getting any better. The scale is covered in a white powdery substance that the ants love.
Please any suggestions on how to tackle this? and ideal neem oil spray dilution rate.
thank you in advance.
Rachel
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