Greenbug Aphid

About Greenbug Aphid

Small, green to yellowish aphids with a distinctive black head, greenbug aphids (Schizaphis graminum) feed on turfgrass by piercing leaf tissues and sucking sap, causing yellowing and stunted growth. These pests pose a significant threat to lawns in Middle Tennessee, including areas like Franklin and Brentwood, especially during warm, dry conditions. Early detection and targeted treatment can help prevent extensive turf damage.

Greenbug Aphid is a landscape pest commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Landscape Pests identification guide.

As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter Greenbug Aphid regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward effective pest management that protects both your turf and your landscape plantings.