What's eating my pieris japonica cavatine?

Pieris japonica 'Cavatine' shares the same pest profile as other Pieris: the andromeda lace bug is the headline problem, causing silvery bleaching on foliage. Scale insects and vine weevil grubs can also cause significant damage. Deer are a major threat in gardens where they are present, as all Pieris foliage is palatable to them.

Silvery or grey stippling across the upper leaf surface; black speckling and insects visible on undersides Thorough spray of leaf undersides with neem oil or insecticidal soap; improve air circulation; avoid stress conditions

Brown or grey waxy bumps on stems and leaf undersides; yellowing and sticky honeydew Scrape off by hand or use a soft brush with horticultural oil; systemic insecticide for heavy infestations

Notched leaf edges from adults; root destruction by grubs causing plant collapse Late summer nematode drench; sticky traps at night; replace compost if larval damage is found