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Black puss balls

parish.nathanhS4gTnMyparish.nathanhS4gTnMy Posts: 1
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Hi, does anyone know what these black balls are growing on the stem of this plant? When you birst them a yellowish goo comes out. Are the some form of eggs? Is it a problem and if so, how do I get rid of? What type of tree is it too?

Thanks

Nathan

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  • FairygirlFairygirl Posts: 55,117
    Scale insects. Your shrub is a Ceanothus. 
    You can usually scrub the scale off with a nail brush or similar.
    Not something I ever get on plants but they're common in lots of gardens, and on lots of woody shrubs/trees.
    It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....



    I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
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