Holes in Swiss Chard Leaves
Leaves problem · common pattern reported by gardeners · verify locally
What you'll see
- Irregular holes
- Skeletonized patches
- Small beetles or larvae
Most common causes
- Leaf miners (tunnels)
- Flea beetles (shot holes)
- Slugs (night feeding)
How to fix it
- Remove affected leaves
- Row covers
- Slug traps/barriers
Prevention: Row covers early Clean debris Hand-pick at dusk for slugs
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ZoneFig content reflects widely published extension-service and gardening guidance. Symptoms and causes are common patterns, not a diagnosis for any individual plant — verify locally and treat conservatively.