Ligustrum - Key Pests
White peach scale
About Ligustrum - Key Pests
White peach scale (Pseudaulacaspis pentagona) appears as small, white, waxy bumps on foliage and stems, feeding on sap and causing yellowing, leaf drop, and weakened growth. This pest commonly attacks Ligustrum shrubs in Middle Tennessee landscapes, including areas like Franklin and Brentwood, where infestations can reduce plant vigor and aesthetic appeal. Regular monitoring and timely treatment help protect these popular ornamental plants.
Ligustrum - Key Pests (White peach scale) 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 Ligustrum - Key Pests 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.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Ligustrum - Key Pests
- Scientific Name
- White peach scale
- Category
- Landscape Pest
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
