Pest identification
What's eating my geranium 'nimbus'?
Vine weevil
Signs: Root destruction by larvae causes sudden plant wilting; adults notch the finely cut leaf margins at night
Control: Drench with Steinernema kraussei nematodes in late summer; lift and inspect roots at division; gritty compost slows weevil egg-laying
Slugs and snails
Signs: Holes and tattered edges on delicate foliage and flowers, especially in cool, wet conditions
Control: Apply iron phosphate pellets; improve air circulation to reduce damp; hand-pick after dark
Aphids
Signs: Clusters on new shoot tips cause curled, distorted foliage and sticky honeydew
Control: Remove with water jets or insecticidal soap; avoid excess nitrogenous feed; rely on natural predator populations where possible
Keep geranium 'nimbus' pest-free
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Geranium 'Nimbus' pests — FAQ
What is eating my geranium 'nimbus'?
Geranium 'Nimbus' is a trailing, finely cut-leaf hybrid cranesbill. Its main threats are vine weevil grubs (especially in pots), slugs on new growth, and aphids on tender shoot tips. Its delicate texture makes slug damage especially visible. Deer and rabbits generally avoid true hardy geraniums.
How do I get rid of vine weevil on geranium 'nimbus'?
Root destruction by larvae causes sudden plant wilting; adults notch the finely cut leaf margins at night Drench with Steinernema kraussei nematodes in late summer; lift and inspect roots at division; gritty compost slows weevil egg-laying
How do I get rid of slugs and snails on geranium 'nimbus'?
Holes and tattered edges on delicate foliage and flowers, especially in cool, wet conditions Apply iron phosphate pellets; improve air circulation to reduce damp; hand-pick after dark
How do I get rid of aphids on geranium 'nimbus'?
Clusters on new shoot tips cause curled, distorted foliage and sticky honeydew Remove with water jets or insecticidal soap; avoid excess nitrogenous feed; rely on natural predator populations where possible