
Diseases & Pests
Chilli Thrip – a hard pest to eradicate
Here in Western Australia, we have chilli thrips also known as Scritothrips dorsalis. They are a sap sucking pest that can cause damage to roses, citrus and other plants. They are particularly active in spring, summer and autumn especially if the weather is hot and humid. Chilli thrip causes deformities in the flowers, stems and