Hi. I’m an avid gardener, but a novice with roses. Gowing them in my hot, hum
id New Orleans garden is a challenge, but I’m giving it a shit.
Something seems to be eating the tips of many of my rosebuds before they have a chance to mature. I’ve kept a close watch on them and have seen two katydids and one lizard (who was hopefully hunting katydids). I have not seen any other pests of any kind.
I can use insecticides, but I’d like to figure out what I’m dealing with first and explore alternatives if possible. Any advice would be appreciated.