Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000517
11/12/99
DIANTHUS INSECT PROBLEMS
Variegated cutworm clips off the buds and stems of older
plants and young plants are cut off at the soil surface.
Aphids suck plant juices, as will thrips.
Mites cause the leaves to turn pale and have a dusty
coating. Heavily infested plants are stunted.
Related information.
Pesticide Recommendations
Aphids on Ornamentals
Spider Mites
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