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Heavily infested chili plant with curled, damaged leaves
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Chili Plant Pest Infestation: Aphids and Whiteflies

Some of our overwintered chilli plants got infested. Here’s an example of heavily infested chili plant with curled, damaged leaves. The white specks and small black insects suggest an infestation of aphids or whiteflies, both of which are common pests for chili plants. Aphids and whiteflies are common pests that can significantly impact the health […]

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