Boxwood Leaf Miner

About Boxwood Leaf Miner

This pest targets boxwood shrubs, laying eggs inside the leaves where larvae create blotchy mines, leading to yellowing and browning foliage. Infestations weaken the plant's appearance and vigor, particularly in residential landscapes around Middle Tennessee areas like Franklin and Brentwood. Early detection and treatment are essential to prevent long-term damage to these popular ornamental shrubs.

Boxwood Leaf Miner is a turf pest commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Turf Pests identification guide.

As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter Boxwood Leaf Miner 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.