On 25/07/2013 20:55, Derek Turner wrote:
Oh dear! Our container 'lollipop' bay finally gets new growth (after
sulking through a very cold spring) and now all the new growth is hit by
bay sucker. What is the best nuclear option for this, please?
Well, if it's a severe infestation, and you don't intend to use any of
the leaves for culinary purposes in the near future, you might as well
use a systemic insecticide such as thiacloprid. See "Chemical control" at:
http://apps.rhs.org.uk/advicesearch/...e.aspx?pid=505
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Jeff