Why does your Freesia Pink Fountain have fine webbing? Diagnose the cause and fix it with our step-by-step guide.
These microscopic arachnids thrive in the warm, dry conditions often found around indoor Freesia plants. They pierce the plant cells to suck out sap, creating characteristic fine silk webbing across the leaves and stems.
A specific strain of spider mite that is highly aggressive on bulbous perennials like Freesia. The webbing serves as a protective habitat for the mites as they deplete the plant's moisture reserves.
While not a direct cause of webbing, extremely dry air can cause Freesia foliage to become brittle and prone to micro-tears that trap dust and debris, which can look like fine residue or light webbing. This often accompanies spider mite outbreaks.
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