What Is Eating My Snapdragons?

Small, soft-bodied insects that suck the sap from plants. Aphids can appear in various colors, including green, black, brown, and red. Look for small, pale spots on the leaves caused by their feeding.

2. Spider Mites:

Spider mites are tiny arachnids that form colonies on the undersides of leaves. Check for thin, silvery or yellow stippling on the leaves. Mites can also spin fine webs around the plants.

3. Thrips:

Small, slender insects with wings that feed on the leaves and flowers of plants. Look for small, dark spots on the leaves and flowers caused by their feeding. Thrips can also cause the flowers to become distorted.

4. Flea Beetles:

Small, shiny, jumping beetles that feed on the leaves of plants. Look for tiny, round holes in the leaves caused by their feeding.

5. Snails and Slugs:

These slimy pests feed on the leaves and flowers of plants at night. Look for ragged holes in the leaves and shiny trails on the ground.

6. Caterpillars:

The larvae of butterflies and moths can cause significant damage to plants by chewing the leaves and flowers. Look for small holes in the leaves or entire sections missing. Caterpillars can be various colors and often camouflage well with their surroundings.

7. Cutworms:

Cutworms are large, brown or gray caterpillars that feed on the stems of plants near the ground. Look for plants that have wilted or been bitten off near the base.

8. Birds:

Birds may peck at the flowers and leaves of Snapdragons, especially if other food sources are scarce.

If you suspect that insects are eating your Snapdragons, it's important to take action quickly to prevent further damage. You can use a variety of organic methods to control these pests, such as neem oil, insecticidal soap, or spraying the plants with a strong stream of water to dislodge them. For larger pests like snails and slugs, you can use traps or barriers to keep them away from the plants.