What's eating my Clematis - Miss Bateman

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  1. Kevin73

    Kevin73 Apprentice Gardener

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    Just planted about 2 weeks ago - planted quite deep.

    Any ideas what's eating and what I should do?

    Put some stones and coffee grounds near base but doesn't seem to have helped.
     

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    pete Growing a bit of this and a bit of that....

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    If you can't see any caterpillars I'd suggest snails.
    You need to look after dark with a torch.
     
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    I found earwigs on mine.
     
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    • Kevin73

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      What’s the solution?
       
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      If its slugs and snails a band of Copper tape around the base etc.
      Also put a ring around the post above the plant in case they can climb down it.

      We use it on our Clematis and things like Delphiniums and Foxgolves when they are just emerging from the soil after winter. Also use it on the Runner beans and when just planted out as they love them.

      The copper tape is sold at most places under different brand names. some folk say it has no effect, but works great for us.

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      pete Growing a bit of this and a bit of that....

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      First identify your pest.:biggrin:
       
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        Salt, go out at night with a head torch and a strong salt solution in a container. Pick off any molluscs spotted and drop into salt solution. Gloves are up to personal taste.
         
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          Just a tip...to tell caterpillar damage from snail/slug damage. Caterpillars tend to eat from the middle of the leaf, leaving a hole near the central vein. Molluscs nibble from the edge of the leaf.
           
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            Strulch around the base of the plants keeps slugs and snails away. I use it in one of my cold frames and it works a treat.
             
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