Pest identification
What's eating my geranium sanguineum var. striatum?
Vine weevil
Signs: Adult notching on leaf lobes; larvae destroy fibrous roots causing sections of the plant to die back unexpectedly
Control: Nematode drench (Steinernema kraussei) in late summer; inspect and discard heavily infested rootballs; avoid over-watering which favors larvae
Slugs and snails
Signs: Irregular holes in soft new foliage; damage peaks in damp spring and autumn weather
Control: Ferric phosphate pellets; copper barriers on pots; clear leaf litter where mollusks shelter
Deer
Signs: Shoots and foliage browsed down to stubs, especially at border edges; most common in rural gardens
Control: Deer-repellent sprays (reapply after rain); protective netting on vulnerable plants; sturdy perimeter fencing where pressure is high
Keep geranium sanguineum var. striatum pest-free
Healthy plants resist pests best. Get the basics right:
- What eats geranium sanguineum — the species this cultivar belongs to
- What's wrong with my plant? — the diagnosis apps compared
- Common geranium sanguineum var. striatum problems & fixes
- Geranium sanguineum var. striatum watering schedule
- Geranium sanguineum var. striatum light requirements
- Full geranium sanguineum var. striatum care guide
Geranium sanguineum var. striatum pests — FAQ
What is eating my geranium sanguineum var. striatum?
Geranium sanguineum var. striatum (the striped bloody cranesbill) is a robust, long-lived perennial with good natural resilience. Vine weevil is the main culprit to watch, particularly in containers. Slugs and snails can damage fresh spring growth, and deer may occasionally browse border plants left unprotected.
How do I get rid of vine weevil on geranium sanguineum var. striatum?
Adult notching on leaf lobes; larvae destroy fibrous roots causing sections of the plant to die back unexpectedly Nematode drench (Steinernema kraussei) in late summer; inspect and discard heavily infested rootballs; avoid over-watering which favors larvae
How do I get rid of slugs and snails on geranium sanguineum var. striatum?
Irregular holes in soft new foliage; damage peaks in damp spring and autumn weather Ferric phosphate pellets; copper barriers on pots; clear leaf litter where mollusks shelter
How do I get rid of deer on geranium sanguineum var. striatum?
Shoots and foliage browsed down to stubs, especially at border edges; most common in rural gardens Deer-repellent sprays (reapply after rain); protective netting on vulnerable plants; sturdy perimeter fencing where pressure is high