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White larva in chinese elm soil. 2 years 6 months ago #72634

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I have recently noticed small white larvae in the soil of my chinese elm. I can see them moving around and I'm just worried for the health of my tree. I left the tree outside and therefore might be the cause of the larva but I might be wrong.
Please help and any suggestions on how to get rid of them would be much appreciated.

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White larva in chinese elm soil. 2 years 6 months ago #72636

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Looks like springtails. Totally harmless.
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White larva in chinese elm soil. 2 years 6 months ago #72637

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Thanks that's great to hear.
Is there any way of getting rid of them or do they just die out?

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White larva in chinese elm soil. 2 years 6 months ago #72640

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They like it very wet, actually a little too wet for the tree. They will disapear with slightly less water and it will benefit the tree.

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