Does anyone know what pest does this?
Lisa Adams
7 years ago
This is a bud of Irish Creme. Something is damaging all the buds. I don't normally have much pest problems in winter, but this continues? Does anyone know what it is and what I can do about it? Thanks, Lisa
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