Boxwood moths, originally from East Asia, were first spotted in Germany in 2006. The caterpillars of the box tree moth can be recognized by their body, which is around eight millimeters long and has a black head.
The adult butterfly is white in color and has silvery, shimmering wings that are lined with brown. To prevent a major infestation, garden owners should regularly check their boxwood for pests, especially the inside of the plant. Boxwood borers can also be contained by cutting the box back heavily immediately. Only if these do not help should commercial chemical products be used. You can find everything about household and garden tips in the regular living newsletter from our partner Merkur.de. Click here to sign up for the weekly living newsletter with our partners, the editorial team at Merkurs.de and the Bavarian Ministry of Agriculture, and for more gardening news, visit their website here: http://www.merkur-de.com/living.