How Do You Identify Lemon Tree Bugs?
Lemon trees are popular as home-grown fruit trees because they require little care and thrive easily in warm climates. Their foliage is attractive and their fruit can be juiced, eaten or used as a garnish. Pests and bugs are also attracted to these trees, feeding on them and living in them, unknowingly ruining humans’ plans for their lemon trees. Often, the results of these pests’ activities go unnoticed until it is too late. However, there are easy ways to spot the most common bugs early so you can take preventative measures. Look for slow growth in your tree and twisted, malformed leaves. This is evidence of citrus leaf miners. They won’t kill your tree, but may stunt the growth of fruit and the tree itself. Citrus oil will deter them. Find small, brown waxy bumps on the leaves and bark of new growth. These are brown scale bugs. They feed on tree sap, causing leaves to yellow and drop. They also attract ants and cause sooty mold on leaves and fruit. Insecticide is the best solution f
