How to treat Dwarf Lemon Meyer with citrus leaf miner?

[zillah]

Deal folk

I bought this Dwarf Lemon meyer 24.7.21 and its leaves are curling as pictured in the attached photos when I used app "The Planet" it is showing me it is healthy as shown in the attached snapshot

Could you please advise what s the proper insecticide ?

in the snapshot

[EricL · Accepted solution]

Hello @zillah 

Whenever you see curled leaves with white tracks on your citrus tree, it's a sign that leaf miners have taken residence. I suggest using OCP 500ml Eco-Oil Concentrate. Please note that this is a concentrate and must be diluted before use, refer to instructions at the back of the container. Please remember to wear personal protection such as gloves, goggles and a mask when spraying your plant. My best advice is to make sure to spray under the leaves of the plant for full coverage.

Here is a link to our best advice: What do you do about citrus leaves curling?

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

[zillah]

Thanks Eric clear like crystal appreciate your help

[zillah]

Hello @Eric

Today I found new eater to my lemon tree as per attached can you advise when insecticide can be used ?

[JacobZ]

Hi @zillah,

You can use this OCP 40g Eco-Caterpillar-Killer to protect your lemon tree from caterpillars.

Apply the insecticide on a cooler day to ensure the leaves aren't burnt from refracted light. Ensure you follow the instructions on the packaging closely to ensure the best results.

Let me know if you have any further questions.

Jacob

[zillah]

Thank you very much Jacob

I have already got YATES Success Ultra would that work as well ? Or because it is citrus tree (Lemon)  we have to us OCP 40g Eco-Caterpillar-Killer ?

[JacobZ]

Hi @zillah,

It's always best to use products that specifically state they are effective against the insects you have and the plant you are spraying it on. 

The Yates Success Ultra does mention moths, which I would assume extends to their larval stage, however, the moths that are mentioned do not appear to be the same as the one you have photographed.

The OCP Eco-Caterpillar Killer specifically states it can be used to treat caterpillars on citrus trees, so it will likely be more effective.

You could give the Yates Success Ultra a try, but I can't guarantee it will be effective.

Jacob

[zillah]

Thx Jacob

https://www.yates.com.au/yates-200ml-success-ultra/

Kindly check the link it say on the picture Caterpillar ,,,,,any way I will use OCP 40g Eco-Caterpillar-Killer 

[JacobZ]

Hi @zillah,

What is on the back of the packaging is more important. It will state what pests can be treated on what plants.

It does not specifically state caterpillars.

I imagine it will still work, but if you were buying the product, not just using one you had, you'd be better off getting the OCP product.

Jacob

[zillah]

Thanks Jacob heading to Bunnings