hibiscus plants

Hibiscus plants seem to be losing their buds to a cutworm. I have not seen any bugs but buds look just like someone cut them off. Some buds seem to be empty like something ate the insides. What can I do to stop this?

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 11/28/2014 @ 3:32 pm

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

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