Spider Mites

Spider mites are tiny sap-feeding pests that thrive particularly well in warm, dry conditions.

They can multiply quickly and may cause significant damage if left untreated.

Signs of Spider Mites

Look for fine webbing, tiny pale dots on leaves, faded or dull foliage, yellowing leaves, or premature leaf drop.

The mites themselves may look like extremely small moving dots.

What to Do

Isolate the affected tree from other plants.

Rinsing the foliage thoroughly — particularly the undersides of the leaves — can help reduce the population.

More serious infestations may require an appropriate treatment specifically effective against mites.

Check the tree repeatedly over the following weeks.