What's eating my lingonberry 'koralle'?

Lingonberry 'Koralle' faces the same threats as the species: root weevil adults notch leaf edges at night while larvae attack roots, aphids cluster on new growth, and cranberry fruitworm can infest the berries. Slugs are a problem in cool, wet climates. Deer and rabbits browse low-growing foliage in winter.

Notched leaf margins (characteristic C-shaped scalloping); larvae kill fine roots, causing poor growth and wilting even in moist soil Apply Steinernema kraussei nematodes to moist soil in late summer; sticky trunk barriers; diatomaceous earth around crowns deters adults.

Tightly curled new shoot tips with honeydew; most visible during spring growth flush on the low, spreading stems Insecticidal soap spray; finger-squish small colonies; encourage ground beetles and ladybirds which naturally patrol low-growing plants.

Ragged holes in leaves and stems at or near ground level; silvery slime trails on foliage and soil around the plant Scatter iron phosphate pellets around plants (pet and wildlife safe); use copper tape edging; remove debris where slugs shelter during the day.