Karen from Leawood, Ks writes
I have a bougenvillia tree that has aphids and a ficus tree with scale. Neither of these look majorly infested. Both of them are kept indoors and I have had them for 40 years. Do you imagine that 1 systemic treatment would solve the problem or would I have do something else? They are too large and heavy to take outdoors.
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control provides insect control for up to 8 weeks, but being a systemic that is taken up by the root system of the plant, it can take some time to take full effect. You may need multiple treatments to control the aphids and scale on your plants. You may want to read our article on How to Care for Indoor Plants for more recommendations.
Answer last updated on: 07/20/2022
