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Protect Your Landscape from White Fly Infestations

South Florida is home to two types of White Fly: Ficus White Fly and Rugose Spiraling White Fly. These pests can cause extensive damage to Ficus hedges, trees, and valuable palm trees. Often, by the time you notice the signs, serious damage has already occurred. Island Environmental specializes in eliminating infestations, assisting with plant recovery, and recommending control programs to protect your landscape.

Fig Ficus White Fly

If the leaves on your Ficus hedges or trees have suddenly turned yellow and started dropping, you might be dealing with Fig Ficus White Fly. These pests attack all varieties of Ficus, leading to:

  • Defoliation
  • Branch dieback
  • Death if left untreated

Control and Prevention:

Island Environmental technicians follow Florida’s Green Industries Best Management Practices to control Ficus White Fly infestations. Since these pests spawn at least three times a year, a quarterly systemic drench program is the most effective solution when White Flies are present. Call us today for a free White Fly evaluation.

Rugose Spiraling White Fly

The Rugose Spiraling White Fly is equally devastating but far less selective. These pests attack a wide range of host plants, including:

  • Palms: Coconut palms (their favorite), Areca palms, and Adonidias (Christmas palms)
  • Woody Ornamentals: Gumbo Limbo and Black Olive
  • Fruits: Mango
  • Miscellaneous Plants: White Birds of Paradise, Calophyllum, shrubs, and more

Signs of Infestation:

  • ● A spiraling pattern on the underside of leaves from egg-laying activity
  • ● White, waxy “honeydew” on leaves, leading to black sooty mold
  • ● Attraction of ants and interference with photosynthesis, affecting plant health

Control and Prevention:

Island Environmental’s White Fly specialists treat ongoing infestations and provide preventative treatments for long-term control. Protect your landscape with tailored programs designed to target plants commonly affected by Rugose Spiraling White Fly.

Trust the Experts

Island Environmental incorporates Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques to minimize chemical usage while effectively controlling pests. Our approach includes:

  • Spot-treating weeds and insects instead of blanketing the lawn with chemicals
  • Using licensed technicians trained in Florida’s Green Industries Best Management Practices to protect waterways