Are aphids responsible for the nibbling on the petals on this rose? : Grows on You

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Are aphids responsible for the nibbling on the petals on this rose?

No, Scottish, aphids suck the sap from plants but do not chew leaves or petals. I would guess that snails/slugs are the culprits.

26 Jun, 2014

possibly earwigs at this time of year too.

26 Jun, 2014

Thanks both of you, I'll keep my beady eye open.

26 Jun, 2014

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