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Winterberry with white fly damage #947781

Asked October 27, 2026, 3:03 PM EDT

Leaves are curly, brown and dropping quickly and very few berries.  Damage is from white fly infestation which I am still trying to get under control.  Also noticed today that my neighbor has scale which is no on my Crape Myrtle and one branch of the Winter Berry.  OK to go ahead and prune now or should I just leave it?  I am treating it with horticulture oil which seems to be effective.  Thanks.

Arlington County Virginia

Expert Response

Jane - Your closest Extension Office is in Arlington.  We recommend  you contact them directly at the following email:

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Loudoun can send you info to your email on Crape Myrtle Bark Scale, but we recommend  you also send photos to the MG help desk in Arlington to confirm the recommended treatment.  

Thanks! 
Becky   
An Ask Extension Expert Replied October 27, 2026, 4:21 PM EDT

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