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Does anyone know what is eating the petals of my winter violas? Have checked the pot and can't see any obvious signs of bug infestation.




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Possibly vine weavil? You don't get to see them, just where they've been. Most bugs seem to be active for longer this year due to the continuing mild weather.

2 Nov, 2013

 

Could also be bird damage.

2 Nov, 2013

 

Earwigs too - they like flower petals very much. You can sometimes see the tips of the leaves chewed a bit as well if its those. Go out with a torch after dark, see what's about on the plants, if there is anything now the weather's cooling off.

2 Nov, 2013

 

Thanks for that. I will take a look later to catch the culprits in the act!!

2 Nov, 2013

 

My guess would be Caterpillars, slugs and snails. I actually think slugs.

2 Nov, 2013

 

By now we should know. Come on, Amst., did you go out and check? Don't keep us in suspense. I'm plumping for tiny snails.

3 Nov, 2013

 

I go with slugs and snails as well

Gg

3 Nov, 2013

 

Yes guys they were tiny snails! Have removed them and sent them to a 'better place'! (my neighbours neglected garden) not sure sure if I can manage to pop out every evening though being a busy working mum!

3 Nov, 2013

 

give them a little cup of larger !! as a night cap lol

Gg

3 Nov, 2013

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