Use the following pesticides when experiencing these symptoms:
Curly leaves – caused by aphids, Malathion
Spots on leaves – caused by white fly, mixture of Malathion and Oil-O-Cide
Holes in leaves – caused by orange dog, Malathion
Yellow spots on leaves – caused by red spider, use Kelthane or Oil-O-Cide
Stink bugs – use SEVIN by Garden Tech
Asian citrus psyllid – use MISTURE OF 55% Malathion Spray by Hi-Yield and Pest Out by Safegro
Citrus leaf miner – use Pest Out by Safegro
Spiderweb’s – caused by spider mite – Dawn dish soap and rise or Pest Out by Safegro
All citrus trees must be treated with a systemic drench prior to being sold. This is to prevent the Asian citrus psyllid from spreading that could turn into citrus greening. This treatment also kills any insect that feeds on the leaves (aphids, white flies, leaf miner).
These are just suggested pesticides and insecticides. Other brands can also be used: Bonide-All Season Horticultural & Dormant Spray Oil, Bonide Fruit Spray, Bonide Copper Fungicide, Monterey Citrus Leafminer Trap & Lure, Hi Yield Slug & Snail Bait, Fertilome Tree & Shrub Systemic Insect Drench
**USE ALL CHEMICALS ACCORDING TO PACKAGE INSTRUCTIONS**
COLD WEATHER CARE
IN CASE OF FROST OR FREEZE WARNINGS – Plants can be covered with regular blankets.
Soil can be banked up to bottom limbs prior to winter in December and removed March 1st.
Plants in containers should be brought indoors
PLANTS AFFECTED BY A FREEZE – Some leaf drop can be expected. This should be temporary. Never prune trees until new growth starts back in late spring (April). At that time all cuts should be made at least 1/2″ below damage wood.