What is eating my hardy hibiscus? - Ask Extension
I have a hardy hibiscus in my garden. The leaves are being eaten away. Can you tell me what is eating away at my hibiscus and if there is a way to pre...
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What is eating my hardy hibiscus? #429232
Asked September 29, 2017, 12:45 PM EDT
I have a hardy hibiscus in my garden. The leaves are being eaten away. Can you tell me what is eating away at my hibiscus and if there is a way to prevent this from happening? Thanks
Oakland County Michigan
Expert Response
Hi. When did this damage begin? If you have not seen any insects on the plant during daylight it must be a night feeder. It could be slugs or a type of beetle. Daytime feeding could be grasshoppers. Until you see the culprit I cannot give a firm diagnosis, sorry. For night feeders you can go out with a flashlight after dark and see if you find anything! Let me know if you have further questions.