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What is eating holes in the leaves of my rose?

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Leaf cutter bees cut semi-circle shaped holes in the leaves of roses. They pose no real threat to rose health, but they drive exhibitors crazy.
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What is eating holes in the leaves of my hosta?

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Slugs are the most likely culprits for chewing holes in hosta leaves. Slugs are most active during wet, cloudy weather in late spring and early summer. Slug baits offer easy and effective control of this pest. Sluggo is the most popular bait because it is approved for use around pets and children. Always follow the label directions.
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Why are there holes in my leaves?

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Usually, holes in leaves are caused by insects or insect larvae. The first step is to identify the culprit. Neat round cuts in the edges of leaves indicate leaf-cutter ants or wasps, while skeletonised leaves are caterpillar attacks. Once you have identified the little monster you can choose a means of control. Unless the attack is very severe, you can generally just let things take their course and the shrub will be fine. Occasionally, fungus can cause distinctive holes in leaves.
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My rose has black spots on the leaves, what do I do?

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Blackspot is a fungus that causes black spots about 1/16 to 1/2 inches in diameter to form on the leaves and sometimes stems. The infected leaves later turn yellow around the spots and eventually fall from the plant. In bad cases, blackspot can severely defoliate a rose bush. The conditions that promote blackspot are wet leaves, splashing water and warm temperatures. Here are some ways to combat blackspot. Most of these methods also apply to preventing and treating powdery mildew.
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Blackspot is a plant disease caused by wind borne fungus spores in water drops.They land on the top of the leaves and when growing looks like circular black spots with irregular edges. The infected leaves will finally turn yellow and drop off. If the I have sixty house plants in one room with a southern exposure. I've noticed some fungus gnats have gotten quite a foothold in the plants, especially those I'm growing from seed.
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My rose leaves have been turned into lacework. Why is this happening?

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Your rose leaves are being eaten by Christmas beetles. They live in the soil by day and appear at night to feed. Spray the foliage and the soil surface with EFEKTO KARBASPRAY - dissolve 15g in 10 litres of water.
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My roses and bougainvillea have round holes cut in the leaves? What caused it?

Pima County Master Gardener Frequently Asked Questions
Solitary leafcutter bees remove circles of leaf to build nests for their young. The harvesting does not endanger the health of the plant.
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Q - Why do my basil leaves have holes in them?

Longfellows Greenhouses
A ? Almost certainly, these holes are caused by slugs feeding at night. See slug control information.
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V38: SOMETHING IS EATING MY LEAVES! WHAT SHOULD I DO?

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It's probably either a moth or butterfly larvae (as in caterpillar). I would recommend applying the natural bio agent Bacillus Thuringiensis (BT) (sold under the trade name Dipel .86 WP). This is a bacteria which is lethal to caterpillars, but does not harm any other insects like "the beneficials" like the lady bug, lacewing, tricho, etc).
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Water snails are eating the leaves of my plants, what can I do about them?

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There are water snail killing chemicals available from aquarium stores which if used according to instructions will control or eradicate snails in a pond. However there are other methods of reduction which are more pond friendly. Snails are often visable around the pond surface and can be scooped out with a net, or leave a lettuce leaf in the pond over night which will attract the snails, then simply take out the leaf and snails together.
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There is white powdery mold appearing on my rose leaves....what is this? What should I do about it?

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This is another fungal disease that some roses can get, called Mildew. (Not the same mildew that grows in the bathroom!) It is not common on modern roses, but some of the Old Garden Roses are susceptible. Again, sanitation methods assist in keeping mildew out of your roses, as does good air circulation. It is not a major leaf disease in the same way that Blackspot is, but is more simply unsightly. (see comments above about Organic gardening techniques) Belle Isis, Gallica.
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What causes the brown spots all over my rose leaves?

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That's a fungal leaf spot called black spot. Some varieties are highly susceptible to it and will require weekly spraying with a systemic insecticide just to exist. Without the protection the plants grow stemmy and weak. Other types, including the recognized EarthKind roses identified by Texas A&M, are far less prone to the disease and can exist without heroic spraying.
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How to get rid of the dark brown blotches on rose leaves?

Maine Rose Society: Rose Discussion Forum
What are the steps I should take to plant the rose "Queen Elizabeth" in the ground and be successful with it.
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Something is chewing holes in the leaves of my citrus tree. Will it hurt my tree?

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Chewing insect - Usually either a grasshopper or caterpillar. Damage is usually contained to a small proportion of leaves and should be ignored. The caterpillar is called an Orange Dog, and is the larval stage of the beautiful Giant Swallowtail butterfly.
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Can insects get through the holes?

Cor-A-Vent : FAQ's
We have never had any documented evidence that insects got in to an attic through our ridge vent. Wasps and hornets do not build nests in our products. The size of our openings are the smallest openings recommend by most major building codes for vent openings.
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The leaves on my rose bushes are yellow and falling off. What does that mean?

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It could be just the natural ageing of the leaves. It may mean a lack of water or check the leaves for blackspot. Even a rose that has been nearly defoliated by blackspot may be reinvigorated by summer pruning back to 18 inches or so. Remove and destroy all the affected leaves. Do not put them in the compost pile.
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Something is eating the leaves on my weeping cherry trees. What kind of spray can I use?

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We recommend using an all-purpose insecticide called 'Seven'. It is very effective against chewing insects and is safe for the environment when used properly. Flowering almond only blooms in the spring on the previous year's wood. Cut back hard immediately after blooming to maintain peak flowering performance.
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Will my child be eating like other children when he/she leaves the center?

Center for Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing
Depending on the severity of your child's feeding issues, your child may not be eating like other children upon discharge. Although the long-term goal is almost always to have your child eating like other children, this process may take some time.
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I have small gnats eating the leaves on my tomato plants. What do you recommend doing?

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My tomatoes look great and have lots of fruit, but the leaves, even new ones, curl. Is it too much water or not enough? We water underground. I’m getting dark spots on the bottom of my tomatoes as they are growing. Please tell me what to do.
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What is an eating disorder?

Anorexia: FAQ
eating disorder is characterized by a destructive relationship with food, an inconsolable depression, a distorted body image, and a pattern of inappropriate behaviours that interfere with normal life.
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What will we be eating?

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All groups (ages 13-17 and the 11-12 Classic Adventure trip) will be carrying a nutritious combination of lightweight, dehydrated backpacking food and non-dehydrated perishable goods such as cheese, bagels, tuna, and fruit. All the dehydrated food is high in the carbohydrates and protein needed to provide energy while on the trail as well as other nutrients found in the pasta, vegetables, and sauces. Delicious desserts are also provided to complement each dinner.
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Whatever I'm in the mood for :) I got a lot less anal retentive about how much food I was eating and I try to eat when I'm hungry, and eat until I'm full. I still sometimes overeat, both healthy food and junk foods, but everyday I feel that I'm given another chance to do better. I would guestimate my stomach to hold between 6-8oz of food, and I'm just guessing that because after I drink about a cup of water quickly, I get a feeling of fullness. I can honestly say no, I wouldn't.
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A healthy meal plan is one of the most important things you can do to help control your diabetes. Eating right doesn't mean you can't enjoy food anymore. It's more about knowing what's healthy and what's not, and finding foods you like that are good for you, too. Changing your diet to include healthier choices and preparing them more healthfully can make a big difference. A registered dietician can help you develop a meal plan that works for you.
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What are Eating Disorders?

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This page actually gets pretty in-depth. From the Diseases & Conditions section of the Mayo Clinic's massive online site, this page goes into: Dawn Myers talks about the possibility that some people develop eating disorders as a method of coping with the trauma of child sexual abuse.
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Which is the most fragrant rose?

Roses FAQ
Here is a list of some very fragrant roses as recommended by posts to the newsgroup rec.gardens.roses.
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What kind of rose do I have?

Roses FAQ
When posting this question to the newsgroup, include as much information about the rose as possible, such as the following:
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Why won't my rose bloom?

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The rose plant is not getting enough sun. Roses need at least 6 hours of direct sun a day to perform well. 2. The rose needs more water. Roses like at least an inch of water per week during the growing season. 3. The plant has been given too much fertilizer, especially Nitrogen. Too much fertilizer can either damage the plant or cause it to grow extra leaves and stems at the expense of blooms. 4. The rose is a new plant. Don't expect too much from a plant during its first year. 5.
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