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What's wrong with my spotted bee balm #935723

Asked June 16, 2026, 12:26 PM EDT

Can you tell me what is going wrong with these spotted bee balm leaves? Thank you.

Ingham County Michigan

Expert Response

This is damage from an insect called, 4 lined plant bug. In more severe cases, the leaves will curl from damage to the plant's tissue. There's no treatment for the damage, and the leaves will return as normal next season.

David Lowenstein Replied June 17, 2026, 9:13 AM EDT

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What's wrong with my spotted bee balm #935723

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