Problem Info

Young, expanding leaves are curled and distorted, with purplish red spots, often crescent shape, on the undersides. The leaves soon turn yellow and drop. Minute black insects are feeding and laying tiny white eggs on the insides of the rolled leaves.

Solution Advice

Apply an insecticide labeled for Cuban laurel thrips, following label directions.

Product Recommendations

• Ortho® Flower, Fruit & Vegetable Insect Killer Ready-To-Use
• Ortho® Flower, Fruit & Vegetable Insect Killer Concentrate