Have you ever seen plant leaves full of holes?
To determine the cause of the leaves being bitten, you can observe the surrounding environment and check if there are any traces of small insects or animals. It is recommended to use the following products to protect them!
Don’t worry, it could be due to a few reasons below!
1. Small insects
Insects such as leafhoppers, beetles, moths, or caterpillars love to take small bites on the leaves.
Some leaves may have many small holes while some leaves may be stripped down to nothing but the veins.
Sometimes these insects will leave black excrement dots called “frass” on leaves.
How to prevent?:
When using, please note:
1. Shake the bottle before use.
2. Use it in the morning (avoid using it when hot sun).
3. Apply underneath the leaves or where small insects are present.
⚠️For prevention or mild cases: Apply once a week; for severe cases: Apply once every 3 days.
2. Snails
Snails enjoy chewing leaf holes in many plant types, especially tender leaves.
When snails chew on the leaves, they usually leave irregular holes with smooth edges on leaves.
How to prevent?:
When using, please note:
1. Sprinkle on the soil surface, do not bury it in the soil.
2. Apply it around the plants (perimeter) or snails’ walkways keep snails away.
3. It is advisable to sprinkle it on the planting soil after transplantation as a preventive measure.
⚠️Apply once a week
3. Birds
Sometimes the birds may peck holes or take a gentle bite on the leaves in search of small insects or nutrient-rich food.
If you find the leaves have torn marks, it could be due to the presence of birds.
