- The boxwood moth, an invasive pest from Asia, attacks plants from spring to early fall.
- The moth larvae feed on boxwood, bumblebee and holly, leading to their death.
- Noticed white cobwebs on the leaves or plants turning brown? Find out how to effectively get rid of this pest.
- Discover a natural spray that will save your plants.
Does the boxwood moth feed in spring?
She came to Poland from Asia relatively recently. In less than 20 years, it has gained the status of one of the most burdensome and destructive. The boxwood moth (Cydalima perspectalis) is a species of voracious butterfly that strips plants and causes them to die. In the Polish climate, the boxwood moth most often attacks boxwood, spindle trees, and holly. The most dangerous are the larvae that feed directly in plants, causing great damage. practically falls on the period from spring to early autumn. However, it is worth carrying out the first spraying at the end of winter because the larvae often overwinter hidden in bushes and hatch in March. in our climate there are no natural enemies, so if the plant is infected, it should be treated with natural sprays.
How to notice that the bushes have been attacked by the boxwood moth?
The boxwood moth gives very characteristic symptoms of its presence. It is mainly a white spiderweb appearing around the leaves. Adults can also be seen flying during peak activity. Attacked plants begin to turn brown and wither over time.
Mix these two ingredients together and spray the plants. Kills boxwood moth in a few days
An effective and natural solution is to use a mixture of vinegar and water. Mix spirit vinegar with water in a ratio of 1:10 and add a few tablespoons of rapeseed oil. Spray the boxwood with this mixture, and after 30 minutes, rinse the bush thoroughly with clean water. Rapeseed oil has a mechanical effect on boxwood moths, creating a sticky layer on their abdomens that makes it difficult for the pests to move. Additionally, the oil clogs the mouth openings, leading to suffocation. Vinegar, on the other hand, is irritating. It repels adults from plants and destroys eggs. The acidic formula of vinegar causes the larvae to lose their grip and fall from the bushes. Spraying with rapeseed oil and vinegar is best done in early spring, when the larvae are still very small. Thanks to this, its effectiveness is higher and you will free your plants from the boxwood moth for the entire season.
