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Severe scaling on Magnolia tree #871798

Asked June 05, 2024, 6:44 PM EDT

We have severe white scales on our Magnolia. It’s twenty years old. What is the quickest and most affective treatment? Thanks

Franklin County Ohio

Expert Response

David,

Could you please send a photo of the scales?

Tom OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Replied June 05, 2024, 11:23 PM EDT

David,

Here's a link with treatment options for Magnolia Scale:

https://bygl.osu.edu/node/1803

Please let me know if you have further questions.

Tom OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Replied June 09, 2024, 6:39 PM EDT

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