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Holes in Leaves in Spring Onion
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Spring onions (also called bunching onions) are perennial alliums harvested as immature plants with tender white bases and green tops, used fresh or in cooking
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Spring Onion care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to holes in leaves in Spring Onion. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Humidity
Moderate humidity (50–70%); good air circulation prevents fungal diseases
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Light
Full sun to part shade, 4–6 hours daily; tolerates light shade, especially in hot climates
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Symptoms to look for in Spring Onion
- fiber_manual_recordIrregular holes in leaf surface
- fiber_manual_recordRagged leaf edges
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Common causes in Spring Onion
- fiber_manual_recordCaterpillar feeding
- fiber_manual_recordSlug damage
- fiber_manual_recordHail damage
- fiber_manual_recordEarwig damage
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How to diagnose holes in leaves in Spring Onion
Check for slime trails (slugs), caterpillars on undersides of leaves, or earwigs.
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How to treat holes in leaves in Spring Onion
Remove pests by hand. Apply appropriate pesticide or slug pellets.
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Preventing holes in leaves in Spring Onion
Physical barriers. Night patrols. Encourage natural predators.