English boxwood is somewhat resistant. Mites , Tetranychus telarius and Eurytetranychus buxi . These mites may injure ornamental boxwoods, especially in hot, dry seasons. The first species varies in color from pale yellow to purplish red with conspicuous dark spots. The other mite is green to yellowish brown.
Injured foliage appears blanched or silvery.
Some webbing is noticeable. Among the compounds registered for control of this pest in Connecticut are ultrafine horticultural oil, insecticidal soap and malathion. Ultra-fine horticultural oil used as a dormant or summer spray gives good control for this pest. Insecticidal soap has also controlled these mites. Abamectin is an effective, restricted use product.