Pest identification
What's eating my anemone coronaria 'hollandia'?
Aphids
Signs: Colonies on buds and stems producing honeydew; sooty mould and distorted growth follow.
Control: Water jet or hand removal, then insecticidal soap or neem oil spray weekly.
Slugs and snails
Signs: Holes and ragged edges on emerging leaves; slime trails evident.
Control: Iron phosphate pellets at planting time. Night-time hand-picking. Reduce moisture retention around the base.
Caterpillars
Signs: Large, irregular holes in leaves; frass or rolled leaves may be visible.
Control: Hand-pick caterpillars and eggs when spotted. Use Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) for heavier infestations.
Keep anemone coronaria 'hollandia' pest-free
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- Anemone coronaria 'Hollandia' light requirements
- Full anemone coronaria 'hollandia' care guide
Anemone coronaria 'Hollandia' pests — FAQ
What is eating my anemone coronaria 'hollandia'?
Anemone coronaria 'Hollandia' faces aphids as its most consistent threat, with populations building rapidly on flower stems in spring. Slugs and snails damage young foliage at soil level. Caterpillars occasionally feed on leaves. A watchful eye in early growth and organic sprays manage most problems effectively.
How do I get rid of aphids on anemone coronaria 'hollandia'?
Colonies on buds and stems producing honeydew; sooty mould and distorted growth follow. Water jet or hand removal, then insecticidal soap or neem oil spray weekly.
How do I get rid of slugs and snails on anemone coronaria 'hollandia'?
Holes and ragged edges on emerging leaves; slime trails evident. Iron phosphate pellets at planting time. Night-time hand-picking. Reduce moisture retention around the base.
How do I get rid of caterpillars on anemone coronaria 'hollandia'?
Large, irregular holes in leaves; frass or rolled leaves may be visible. Hand-pick caterpillars and eggs when spotted. Use Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) for heavier infestations.