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Hibiscus Talk => Hibiscus Care Discussions => Topic started by: Chris on May 02, 2016, 01:16:55 PM



Title: Buds being eaten in half
Post by: Chris on May 02, 2016, 01:16:55 PM
I noticed yesterday that several of the buds on my Ft. Myer Hibiscus have been eaten in half. I've attached a photo to explain what I'm talking about. Does anyone have any ideas what may be causing this?


Title: Re: Buds being eaten in half
Post by: DavidU on May 05, 2016, 01:16:34 PM
Hi Chris,

Looks like grasshoppers to me.  Had the same problem last season.  There are a lot of products you can find online to help you out and Charlie may offer something in the HVH care products section as well.


Title: Re: Buds being eaten in half
Post by: Chris on May 05, 2016, 01:30:10 PM
Thanks Dave, I haven't seen any yet this year but it doesn't mean they're not around and as far as I can tell it hasn't happened again. I'll take a look and see what I can find to keep them off.