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Old 27-05-2003, 11:44 PM
Charles Thorpe
 
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Default Munched Lilies - red beetle?

On Saturday 24 May 2003 23:43, Charles Thorpe wrote article
in uk.rec.gardening:

Any of you experts know what beastie I've found on my lilies?

A lot of the leaves on some plants have holes eaten into them, though not
usually on the edges, and quite a few flower buds have what looks like
thick white webbing covering them, though I suppose it could be a fungus.

I've found several beetles on them, bright red body and wing cases, six
legs (do all beetles have six?) and long black antennae. About 3/8 inch or
a
little more from head to toe.

Thanks for all the answers, I've squashed most of em and dosed with Provado
so hope I'll get some flowering later.
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Regards, Charles

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