Flower Buds

I have a hibiscus in a pot outdoors and the buds are breaking off (almost looks like they are cut with scissors). Have other hibiscus plants also in pots outdoors and never had this happen. Can you give me any reason for why this might be happening?

1 Comment (Open | Close)

1 Comment To "Flower Buds"

#1 Comment By Nikki On 06/23/2011 @ 10:37 am

It is thrips. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/controlling-thrips.htm ^[1]

Article printed from Gardening Know How Questions & Answers: https://questions.gardeningknowhow.com

URL to article: https://questions.gardeningknowhow.com/flower-buds/

URLs in this post:

[1] https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/controlling-thrips.htm: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/controlling-thrips.htm

Have any questions about this topic? Visit us at https://questions.gardeningknowhow.com to ask your questions and get friendly answers from gardening experts.

You can also find us at:
'Like' us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gardeningknowhow
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gardenknowhow - @gardenknowhow
Follow us on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/gardenknowhow/