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Can you tell what did this?

15 years ago

I'm new to roses and am trying to figure out how to keep them healthy. I haven't seen the bugs doing this damage but thought someone here might know the cause and be able to advise what I should do about it. Hmm, I'm assuming it's bugs, both for the holes in the leaves and the dessicated parts of leaves. DH has been spraying with "soapy water".

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diane_nj 6b/7a
15 years ago
Sawfly larvae, aka rose slugs, are the primary suspects. See the thread linked below for more info.

Here is a link that might be useful: I have only one Knockout, and it looks........
vickima
Original Author
15 years ago
Ah, that does look like the culprit. Will start looking for those fellows and then squish or spray. Thanks for the help!
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