Why Vegetables Get Holes in Leaves

Holes in leaves are often caused by insects or garden pests. While this can look worrying, small amounts of damage rarely stop plants from growing.

Checking plants regularly helps catch problems early.

Common causes

Leaf damage may be caused by:

  • slugs

  • caterpillars

  • beetles

You can read more in slugs eating seedlings.

Minor damage is often harmless

Vegetables usually continue growing even with small holes in leaves.

Healthy plants often recover quickly.

Protecting plants

You can reduce leaf damage by:

  • checking plants regularly

  • removing pests by hand

  • keeping the garden tidy

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