What is eating my lobelia plants – eastern part of United States, late summer? I spray for rabbits.

Question

This is the first time this has happened, to this degree. Usually spraying for rabbits and deer to leave it alone, helps.

Answer 1

Here are some possible pests and solutions, one being birds. Read below:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/birds-eating-flowers.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/plants-rabbits-dont-like.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/using-predator-urine-in-gardens.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/camouflage-gardening.htm