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Post by tjhavenith on May 13, 2016 22:31:59 GMT
I noticed that this clematis has aphids living in the flower bud. Is it likely that the aphids can deformed this bud as it developed?  Thanks, Tim |
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Post by rowanberry on May 14, 2016 10:21:39 GMT
I couldn't say for sure that it's the aphids, but I've noticed on my own plants that the leaves and flowers can be deformed before I even realise they've got some sort of infestation. If I'm not sure what they've got, I'll spray them with a solution of water and a few drops of Ecover washing up liquid, unless I see that there are ladybirds also on the plant.
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Post by aeshna5 on May 14, 2016 14:21:46 GMT
Pretty sure the feeding action of the aphids would have caused this response in the Clematis.
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Post by tjhavenith on May 14, 2016 21:04:42 GMT
Thank you both for your replies. I think I'll leave the flower bud and see if it develops or if the plant gives up on it.
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