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beckygardener said:Cameron - I typically garden organically, but with some of my plants, I have to use chemicals. Scale is one of the few plant pest that requires me to use a chemical. I use 2-In-1 Systemic Rose & Flower Care. I mix a diluted treatment (with water) and water the plants with it. It may take a while to see it work, but the chemical will stay in the soil and plant for a very long time. I also have to treat my Gardenia bush (in a container) with this same chemical (for scale also).

Thanks for that tip Becky. I've tried using diluted alcohol, neem oil, and insecticidal soap, but none have worked. The scale just comes back with a vengeance. I'll try the Systemic Rose &Flower Care.

@tarev Your epis look great Tarev. I wish I could keep mine outdoors all year.