Q.All Rose Leaves Are About Completely Defoliated And Brown In Downers Grove, IL.
Never seen anything like it. Not japanese beetles. See no bugs visible. Appeared to happen overnight. Never has there been total damage to the entire plant. Never had rose issues this early on. Help. Thank you.

GKH_Susan
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Answered on June 17, 2021
It looks like your rose was dinner for several pests. Here is a rundown of which insects skeletonize rose leaves and how to treat them.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/skeletonized-plant-leaves.htm
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