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Pest & Disease Identification

Hi all,

Just a quick question with identifying a problem pest that i have encountered.

Its on my Hostas Leaves and have suspicions that it may be Thrips.

any advice welcome on how to get rid and treat it!

Many Thanks in advance!

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  • Hi Ben, have you looked at the possibility that nematodes may be at work here?
    They can cause a fungal/bacterial infection which thrive in moist conditions.
    Watch the spacing between plants and avoid wetting leaves when watering.
    Also I'd try removing infected leaves. Other than that your guess is as good as mine.
    Hope that helps.

  • Further more there is a common disease called Anthracnose.
    As with nematodes try to keep a good distance between plants and avoid direct watering on leaves.

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