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Freesia Fine Webbing
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Freesia – Fine Webbing

Why does your Freesia have fine webbing? Diagnose the cause and fix it with our step-by-step guide.

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Jump to cause: Two-Spotted Spider Mite Infestation Tetranychus urticae (European Red Mite) High Humidity/Low Air Circulation (Secondary Mold/Webbing)

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Two-Spotted Spider Mite Infestation

Spider mites thrive in the warm, dry conditions often experienced by Freesia during blooming. They pierce plant cells to feed on sap, leaving behind characteristic fine silken webbing around the leaves and flower buds.

Very Common
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How to confirm: Hold a white piece of paper underneath a leaf and tap it to see if tiny crawling specks fall off.
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1 Immediately spray the plant with an organic miticide to eliminate the spider mite population and destroy eggs.
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2 Increase humidity around the Freesia by using a fine mist spray to create an environment less favorable to mite reproduction.
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3 Check the soil moisture levels to ensure the plant is not suffering from drought stress, which can exacerbate mite infestations.
GROWIT Soil Moisture Meter SMM-V3
GROWIT Soil Moisture Meter SMM-V3
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Tetranychus urticae (European Red Mite)

This specific mite species is highly aggressive on bulbous plants like Freesia, often causing the fine webbing to appear more dense and accompanied by yellow stippling on the foliage.

Common
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How to confirm: Inspect the undersides of the leaves closely for small, reddish or orange-colored dots moving slowly.
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1 Apply an organic miticide to eliminate the spider mites and destroy any remaining eggs or larvae on the foliage.
Bonide Captain Jack's Neem Oil 32 oz
Bonide Captain Jack's Neem Oil 32 oz
0.9 L • 1 pcs • Organic
$10
In Stock
2 Increase humidity around the Freesia by using a fine mist spray to create an environment less favorable to mite reproduction.
Flora Premium Plant Mister
Flora Premium Plant Mister
Spray Bottles
$12
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3 Carefully wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to physically remove the webbing and any visible mite clusters.
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High Humidity/Low Air Circulation (Secondary Mold/Webbing)

While less common as a direct cause of webbing, extremely high humidity without airflow can cause fine fungal hyphae or 'cobweb' molds to appear on the surface of Freesia foliage.

Common
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How to confirm: Check if the webbing feels dry and brittle versus soft/fuzzy, and assess if the soil surface remains damp for long periods.
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1 Increase air circulation around the Freesia by using a small fan to prevent moisture from settling on the foliage.
2 Reduce humidity levels and ensure the plant is not overwatered, as stagnant moisture promotes fungal growth.
GROWIT Soil Moisture Meter SMM-V3
GROWIT Soil Moisture Meter SMM-V3
Water Meters
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3 Gently wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to remove any visible fungal hyphae or webbing from the surface.
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