Something is eating my blueberry leaves

13 years ago

Was wondering if somebody could tell me what might be eating away at my blueberry leaves? I can't see any insects or grubs. The leaves appear to be chewed in random places, around the perimeter, no holes in the leaves.

Any suggestions on sprays or treatments would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance,

FGHunt

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buddyboy74
13 years ago
I have some chewed up blueberry leaves as well. I suspect it is caterpillars (leafrollers). Actually, I'm 99% sure as I have picked several of them off my leaves.

Are any of your leaves curled? Is there any silk webbing on or around your leaves?

I would suggest spraying them with BTK and/or insecticidal soap to keep them at bay.
fghunt
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13 years ago
Buddyboy74:

What is BTK?
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buddyboy74
13 years ago
FYI

Best of luck! :)

Here is a link that might be useful: BTK Info
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I've had issues with tent caterpillars chewing up blueberry leaves here in the past.

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