Pupae of this moth overwinter in folded, fallen leaves. Adults are dark brown with white spots on the wings. Moths appear in late May or June.
Females oviposit on canes and leaves, especially in the angle of the leaf vein and surface.
Caterpillars are light green with dark markings near their heads and reach lengths of 2 cm. Feeding continues for about a month and the ensuing pupal stage lasts about ten days. A second generation is present in August and September. The second generation is more damaging. Each larva will make two or more rolls during its development.