spider mite
noun
: any of various small web-spinning mites (family Tetranychidae) that include destructive pests of plants
called also red spider
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Peppers are prone to being invaded by aphids, spider mites, and other pests until rosemary plants come and save the day.
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Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 2026
Persistence often succeeds with spider mites, says Joseph.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
Some common pests that may affect your orchid include weevils, sowbugs, springtails, snails, scale, thrips, mealybugs, and spider mites.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 8 Feb. 2026
Similar to releasing ladybugs to control aphids or spider mites.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 27 Jan. 2026
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Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 2026
Persistence often succeeds with spider mites, says Joseph.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
Some common pests that may affect your orchid include weevils, sowbugs, springtails, snails, scale, thrips, mealybugs, and spider mites.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 8 Feb. 2026
Similar to releasing ladybugs to control aphids or spider mites.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 27 Jan. 2026
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“Spider mite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spider%20mite. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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