How can I prevent my houseplants from having scales?

Answer by  Liz59 (10966)

Well to prevent scales, you have to spray the plants with a horticultural spray. This will prevent scales in the long run.

Answer by  Liz59 (10966)

Well, sadly to say, all house plants get scales on it. So there is no way to actually prevent this.

Answer by  wights (73)

First you need to remove the infected plant away from not infected ones. Use cotton balls and alcohol and wipe each leaf. You should see improvement over time.

Answer by  champaign9497 (11977)

Make sure you haven't changed anything in the feeding watering regiment then make sure nothing in their surroundings have changed if all else fails call the greenhouse and ask them they should be able to tell you.

Answer by  Brenna (18)

It may sound crazy, but use the fluid used to keep christmas trees alive. I've used them on plants it helps plants live longer/keeps them fed.