Buds being eaten in half

[Chris]

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?

[DavidU]

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.

[Chris]

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.