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Pest identification

What's eating my geranium clarkei 'kashmir white'?

Vine weevil

Signs: Grubs eat roots causing plant wilt and death; adults notch leaf edges at night

Control: Apply Steinernema kraussei nematodes in late summer; check containers for grubs when repotting

Slugs and snails

Signs: Ragged holes in leaves and petals, particularly after rain or at night

Control: Use iron phosphate pellets; encourage natural predators such as ground beetles; hand-pick at dusk

Aphids

Signs: Colonies on soft new growth cause shoot distortion and sticky honeydew residue

Control: Knock off with water; apply insecticidal soap; avoid excess nitrogen fertilizer

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Geranium clarkei 'Kashmir White' pests — FAQ

What is eating my geranium clarkei 'kashmir white'?

Geranium clarkei 'Kashmir White' is a vigorous spreading cranesbill for borders and woodland edges. Vine weevil grubs threaten the root system, especially in containers. Slugs and snails attack tender new growth and flowers, and aphids cluster on shoot tips in spring. Deer and rabbits tend to avoid this aromatic species.

How do I get rid of vine weevil on geranium clarkei 'kashmir white'?

Grubs eat roots causing plant wilt and death; adults notch leaf edges at night Apply Steinernema kraussei nematodes in late summer; check containers for grubs when repotting

How do I get rid of slugs and snails on geranium clarkei 'kashmir white'?

Ragged holes in leaves and petals, particularly after rain or at night Use iron phosphate pellets; encourage natural predators such as ground beetles; hand-pick at dusk

How do I get rid of aphids on geranium clarkei 'kashmir white'?

Colonies on soft new growth cause shoot distortion and sticky honeydew residue Knock off with water; apply insecticidal soap; avoid excess nitrogen fertilizer