Kristi Waterworth
Kristi Waterworth was a regular contributor to Gardening Know How for many years, answering countless queries on plant pests and diseases.
Latest articles by Kristi Waterworth
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What Is Jelly Fungus: Will Jelly Fungi Harm My Tree?
In many areas, jelly-like fungi seem to appear out of nowhere when moisture is abundant, sending home gardeners scrambling for answers. So what is this? Read here to get jelly-like fungi info.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Trouble With Freesia Plants: Learn About Freesia Diseases And Pests
Carefree freesias in a garden space are a wonderful addition, but nothing in the plant kingdom is truly without worry. A few common problems plague freesias, but many are simple to deal with if you're armed with the right knowledge. Learn about freesia troubles here.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Early Color Change Of Foliage: What To Do For Tree Leaves Turning Early
When autumn colors come early to your landscape, you may wonder if your plants are sick or simply confused. Luckily, we speak fluent tree and we?re happy to translate their message to you. This article will help when tree leaves turn early.
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What Are Leaf Footed Bugs: Learn About Leaf Footed Bug Damage
Although many of the bugs in the garden can be easily distinguished as friend or foe, the leaf footed bug is not among them. These sometimes problematic insects require careful observation so you can clearly say if they're harming your garden plants. Learn more here.
By Kristi Waterworth
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INSV Information - Plants Affected By Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus
There are a lot of things that can happen to your plants between the moment they emerge from their seeds until they fruit or bloom, wilt and die. Of all the things that can go wrong, INSV may be one of the most challenging. Find out more about this disease here.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Yellowing Leaves On Pomegranate: Why Pomegranate Leaves Turn Yellow
Growing a pomegranate tree can be a rewarding experience filled with delicious fruits and beautiful juice, but growing these fruit trees isn't all paradise. If your plant is looking a little off, with yellowing leaves, click here to learn how to save it.
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No Blossoms On Guava Trees: Why Won’t My Guava Bloom
When the blooms on your guava fail to make their curtain call, it?s time to figure out what went wrong. We?ll help you sort through the potential issues and offer some solutions to improve your guavaless existence in this article. Click here to learn more.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Ginger With Brown Leaves: Learn Why Ginger Leaves Are Turning Brown
Ginger plants are interesting additions to gardens, but they can be fickle about growing conditions. Brown leaves can be an alarming symptom, but the chances are good that your plant is showing a sign of stress, rather than a sign of sickness. Learn more here.
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Grapevine Fanleaf Degeneration - Controlling Grapevine Fanleaf Virus
There are plenty of plant viruses that no one has heard of, but few are as widely known as grapevine fanleaf virus. Learn how to identify a sick grapevine and what to do if this virus has made its way into your home garden with help from this article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Flyspeck Apple Disease - Information About Flyspeck On Apples
Flyspeck on apples is a common problem, but it's simple to manage with some cultural modifications. Learn more about flyspeck and its control in the following article so you can keep it managed in the garden.
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Seeds That Stick To Clothing: Different Types Of Hitchhiker Plants
There?s a hitchhiker lurking in your car right now and you don?t even know it. Fortunately, it?s not the kind that might end up on the nightly news, but it?s almost as bad where the ecosystem is concerned. Learn more about hitchhiking weeds in this article.
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Root-Knot Nematode On Beets: How To Treat Root-Knot Nematode In Beets
Healthy beets are the goal of every grower, but sometimes your plantings hold secrets you don't realize until it's too late. Root-knot nematodes are one of those unpleasant surprises. Learn more about controlling them in this article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Beet Cercospora Spot - How To Treat Cercospora Spot On Beets
Growing beets can give you practically unlimited access to this healthy root vegetable, provided the plants stay healthy. Problems like Cercospora spot can cut your beet party short but, fortunately, it?s an easily treatable condition if caught early. Learn more here.
By Kristi Waterworth
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What Is Soft Scale – How To Recognize Soft Scale Insects
Lumps, bumps and weird cottony fluff on your plants are more than just some strange coincidence, they?re probably soft scale insects! Don?t worry, we have the answers to your burning soft scale questions. Click this article to learn more.
By Kristi Waterworth
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What Is Edema: Tips For Treating Edema In Plants
Ever have one of those days when you feel a little sluggish and bloated? Well, your plants can have the same problem. Read this article to learn about edema in plants. Click here to learn more.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Dutch Elm Protection - Is There Treatment For Dutch Elm Disease
Although elms are still popular in home landscapes, American and European elms are highly susceptible to Dutch elm disease. This article discusses the fatal tree disease. Learn more about it here.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Dry Rot Of Potatoes: What Causes Dry Rot In Potatoes
With great care, you can prevent potato dry rot disease from spreading throughout your garden, but once a potato tuber is infected, treatment isn't possible. Read here for more info.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Dried Fruit Beetle Control - How To Fix Or Prevent Sap Beetle Damage
Some bugs are helpful in the garden, killing off pests; others, like the dried fruit or sap beetle, are the noxious pests. Learn more about controlling dry fruit beetles in this article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Purple Deadnettle Control: Getting Rid Of Deadnettle Weeds
Every perfect lawn represents a hard-won battle against weeds like purple deadnettle. If your lawn has spots of this annoying purple plant, read this article for some ideas on how to eliminate it once and for all.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Common Garlic Problems: Treating Garlic Problems In The Garden
Growing garlic is a great garden activity, but it can be frustrating if diseases and pests raise their ugly heads. Learn about common problems and what to do to prevent them in the future by reading the information in this article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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What Is Pink Root Onion Disease
Pink root sounds like something from a high-end salon, but it's actually a problematic disease in onions. Do you know how to tell if your onions are afflicted? If not, this article will help. Read here to learn about this disease and how to treat it.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Wild Turkey Control: Managing Wild Turkey Pests In Gardens
Living with wildlife is a delicate balance of give and take, but when wild turkeys are doing a lot more taking from your garden than giving, it may be time to send them packing. Read this article and we'll tell you how.
By Kristi Waterworth