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spider webs all over plants #8614 September 1st, 2002 at 03:17 PM
Joined: Sep 2002 Naches, Washington M Marie Glover OP Junior Member
OP Marie Glover Junior Member M Joined: Sep 2002 Naches, Washington	HELP, I have spider webs all over my juniper and arborvitae. I have looked up spider mites and they don't seem to match the description. I have tried chemicals but they seeem to stress the plants. Have heard of insecticidal soap and borax combination, anyone know the recipe or maybe know what is wrong in my yard! They are increasing year by year.

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Re: spider webs all over plants #8615 September 10th, 2002 at 05:52 AM
Joined: Sep 2002 Wisconsin P Plant Doctor Member
Plant Doctor Member P Joined: Sep 2002 Wisconsin	Spiders are actually very benificial insects, that keep harmful insects in check. If the webs become unsightly, just use a broom and sweep them away from the front of the plant, and let them be on the back and inside.

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