Having Problems With My Mums

I live in Alabama. Something is eating the bloom/bud off of my mums and leaving a stalk. Some have dead sections in them. It’s not deer. Could it be slugs, and if so, what can I do?

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 09/28/2012 @ 7:04 am

While they normally prefer the foliage, it is likely slugs. This article will help:
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