Jun 17 2009
Sensitive New Growth
The new growth of this backyard loquat tree is lighter in color and texture than the older growth. As with many plants, it is more vulnerable to infestation by parasites. Fortunately, it has few, as far as I have seen.
The oak trees rimming our property are another matter. Every spring, just after they sprout new leaves, the canopy comes alive with caterpillars. Caterpillar waste pellets rain from above as the insects feast on the tender new leaves. And then that phase of the cycle of life here in Florida is over. To be repeated next year. And the year after that.
