Chong, J.H., & Coyle, D.R. 2020 Managing crapemyrtle bark scale infestations in urban landscapes and nurseries. Land-Grant Press by Clemson Extension LGP 1044

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Notes: Crapemyrtle bark scale (CMBS, Acanthococcus lagerstroemiae) is a serious invasive pest of crapemyrtles (Lagerstroemia spp.), one of the most beloved and widely planted ornamental trees and shrubs in the United States. Early detection and proper treatment are critical to minimizing the spread of this invasive scale insect in South Carolina.

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