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Rose problems

hairynipple · 2013-07-10 10:13:09

these are david austin roses, they have attracted some sort of bugs which are destroying this beautiful fragrant plant. is there anything i can do to save this rose? see attached pics Cheers

10-07-2013 11:13am

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hairynipple

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these are david austin roses, they have attracted some sort of bugs which are destroying this beautiful fragrant plant. is there anything i can do to save this rose? see attached pics

Cheers

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#2 11-07-2013 12:51am

jason2010

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Hi,

The circular holes are caused by the leaf cutter bee. They cut out a piece of leaf and carry it back to make their nest. They do not need to be controlled and they will not damage the plant it doesn't look good but there will be no damage.

They seem to select different plants each year In my my garden. Last year was my David Austin Queen of Sweeden Rose but this year they have left it alone.

Don't worry about them. It looks unsightly but try this... Stand at the plant and watch. You will see the bee select the leaf and cut a perfectly semi circle hole and carry it. It looks cool to see them doing it.

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