I had a Cox's Orange killed by them, relying on the advice out there that "they are no big deal." It took a couple of years, but they damaged all the tree's bark so much it just finally croaked. Blasting water works a little, but there is white fuzz back within a week, AND you have to hold the branch to effectively blast them off, so once a tree gets so big, that's pretty much a useless task. I now have them again on the one tree I didn't buy on M111, so I assume it will eventually die too, because they are impossible to effectively control. All my M111 trees are barely affected, so that is the only solution, IMO. Carla in Sac

Hi - I agree with the folks that Imidacloprid is the way to go. I don't know if it was mentioned, but they could also be hanging out in the soil and root systems, in which case a good systemic is your best best. 2TBS per gallon is reasonable - I have even had success with 1TBS per gallon if I was concerned about the plant. I have been told, though I have never personally witnessed a definitive relationship, that use of Imidacloprid may make plants more susceptible to spider mites. I am not sure why or how...but it just may be something to watch for. Good luck. Tom

Hi Tabithawc! It almost sounds as if your leaves may have sunburn. I would maybe move it indoors to a sunny window for a bit- East if you can, and then as it heals, perhaps acclimate it to the sun by putting it out in the morning sun (East) and then gradually getting it used to stronger sun- Western. Once it heals it should be able to handle full sun. It sounds like the plant needs a little coddling. I wish you luck! Jen

I can't tell what the spots are because the pic stays small for me..I can help you a bit though to make it happier..You are doing a few things right and I commend your approach.. Just a few questions plus more) Did your tree have those spots when you bought it or shortly after? Do you use tap water? How much Foliage Pro a week do you apply? When did you bring it in? What Zone do you live in? Did you know that Citrus Trees do not require humidity to perform well? Have you taken a look at the roots gently lifting it from its pot? I too use vinegar and Foliage Pro, but I am using a mix on all my trees that allows it to drain out freely..You should not have to use Iron if your using that fertilizer, and in fact nothing else at all.. This soil you speak of, can you take a picture if it? Take some out of the pot and get a close up of it please...I am getting the feeling the mix it's in is the cause behind your problem... How come you are not making sure the root zone is almost dry? Why are you spraying the leaves every day? Do you use a fan? How close are the lights to that tree from the canopy top? Why are you using lights? Do you have a sunny window? Sorry for all the questions) Mike