Question
Hi, I have pink knockout roses that have white spots on leaves and it looks like a beetle may be eating the leaves.  How do I take care of these problems.  I just planted the bushes a couple of weeks ago.

Thank you for your help!

Cheryl :) Baltimore, MD


Answer
Don't forget that all the positive hype pertains to the original Knock Out rose. White spots are mildew and using 1 tablespoon baking soda in 1 quart of water. Just keep spraying daily until the spots go away. Beetles can be hand picked off or just use any rose insecticide for beetles and that will solve the problem. Hope this helps.