What's eating my choisya ternata?

Mexican orange blossom is virtually pest-free but has a few consistent enemies: slugs and snails rasp holes in soft new growth, capsid bugs cause distorted shoot tips, and glasshouse red spider mite mottles foliage in hot dry spells. Slugs and snails are the most practically damaging pest, especially on young plants and fresh spring growth.

Ragged holes in soft new leaves and shoot tips; damage worst in spring and after rain. Hand-pick at night; copper tape barriers; iron phosphate slug pellets around the base. Dry mulch deters movement.

Distorted, holey shoot tips as leaves expand; small brown spots that tear into holes. Damage is rarely severe on mature shrubs; prune out affected tips. Insecticide treatment seldom warranted.

Pale yellow mottling on the upper leaf surface from March to October; can cause early leaf drop in hot, dry conditions. Mist foliage regularly; ensure good air circulation. Predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis or horticultural soap for control.