Aphid damage on Buddleja
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There is an interesting article in the RHS magazine, ‘The Garden’, this month asking gardeners to report any sightings of aphid damage on buddleja.
Having read it, I checked on my Buddleja Butterfly Candy ‘Lila Sweetheart’ which I planted last July.
It did flower in September but sadly today I notice it has aphid damage.
I hope you are able to read the article from my photo, if not then Google the RHS for further information.
I have reported my sighting to the RHS today.
28 May, 2025
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Thanks for the posting, mine are affected, and I'll report to RHS
29 May, 2025
Julia, if only there were some Ladybirds around, they would soon clear the aphids.
29 May, 2025
Grandad, it says the insect responsible has been tentatively identified as the melon cotton aphid, a bug usually associated with glasshouse plants.
I hope this doesn't spread quickly.
29 May, 2025
Oh the joys of Global warming & climate change!
29 May, 2025
Quite!..I'll have a closer look at that aphid.
29 May, 2025
I think mine have been too busy munching on my roses. My Buddleias look fine. Time yet though. The Aphids are so prolific this year!
29 May, 2025
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