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What are Citrus Rust Mites?
Citrus rust mite attacks the outer exposed surface of the fruit. Fruit blemish occurs from infestation by huge numbers of mites on green, immature fruit in summer/autumn.
Symptoms
A slightly rough, greyish-brown blemish with outside edges deeper brown. The blemish shows up prominently when the fruit colours and becomes more severe the longer the fruit remains on the tree. Rust mites can also cause bronzing of leaves and green twigs.
Plants impacted
- Citrus Trees
Risk periods
- Summer
- Autumn
Recommended products
Yates Nature's Way Organic Citrus, Vegie & Ornamental Spray
Unique organically certified pyrethrum and plant-based oil combination insecticide, with twin modes of action against garden pests.
Yates Bug Oil Insect Spray - Ready to Use
A ready-to-use insect spraying oil for the control of scale, mites, aphids, white fly and mealybugs on roses and ornamentals.
Yates Conqueror Spraying Oil
An intermediate spraying oil for control of scale, mites and mealy bug on fruit trees, grapes and ornamentals.
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Sunburn is caused by excessive exposure to the sun. Hot and dry weather; poor soil and soil moisture; and plant positioning further exacerbates the issue.
Rust
Rust fungus is easily identified by the many orange or red pustules on leaves or stems which break open and release masses of spores.
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