Lilac: Lilac borer categories: Lilac Lilac Insects Ornamentals Shrubs last review date: 2025-06-28 08:13 ash borer pupal ‘skeleton’Photo by: A.L. Antonelli Biology The lilac borer, also known as the ash borer, is a member of the clearwing moth family. The adults of many clearwing moths mimic yellowjackets or paper wasps. The larvae of this moth […]
Lilac: Lilac leafminer categories: Lilac Lilac Insects Ornamentals Shrubs last review date: 2025-06-28 08:27 Lilac leafminer damagePhoto by: R.S. Byther Biology Leafminers feed by removing green tissue from between the upper and lower surfaces of the leaves. Symptoms of feeding by the green larvae include large brown blotches which may distort the leaves. The adult […]
Lilac: Oystershell scale categories: Lilac Lilac Insects Ornamentals Shrubs last review date: 2025-06-28 08:29 Severe oystershell scale infestation on twigPhoto by: Unknown Biology Oystershell scale insects are usually found on trunks, branches, and twigs. They occur less frequently on the leaves and other plant parts. The mature scale is approximately 1/8″ long, striped with grayish […]