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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Knapweed Control: Getting Rid Of Different Types Of Knapweed
Gardeners are ever at the ready, waiting for an attack from the newest noxious weed - knapweed is no exception. Knapweed removal can be time consuming and frustrating, but this article can help.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Mexican Bean Beetle Control: How To Keep Bean Beetles Off Plants
Although most of the members of family Coccinellidae are useful garden allies, the Mexican bean beetle can be devastating to plants. Read here for information on Mexican bean beetle control in your garden.
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Help, My Gooseberry Fruit Has Maggots: Currant Fruit Fly Control
Not every gardener is acquainted with the gooseberry, but those who are will never forget them. However, when you find gooseberry maggots, a little know-how from this article can help.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Cucumbers Not Straight - Why Are My Cucumbers Curling?
Some denizens of the garden, like tomatoes or squash, may give little trouble, but cucumbers can be picky about growing conditions when they're fruiting, like curly cucumber fruit. Learn why this happens here.
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Eggplant Turning Yellow: What To Do For An Eggplant With Yellow Leaves Or Fruit
If eggplants start to show signs of trouble, like yellow fruit or leaves, knowing how to fix yellow eggplant will keep your harvest on track. The information in this article will help with yellowing of eggplants.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Potato Plants Not Producing: Answers To Why No Potatoes On Plants
There is nothing in the world as disappointing as digging your first lushly leafed potato plant only to discover that your potatoes produced leaves but no crop. Read this article to get reasons for low potato yields.
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Hot Water And Plant Growth: Effects Of Pouring Hot Water On Plants
Garden lore is full of interesting methods of treating and preventing diseases. Even though treating plants with hot water sounds like it should be one of those crazy home remedies, it can actually be very effective when applied properly. Learn more here.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Yucca Plant Problems: Why A Yucca Plant Has Brown Tips Or Foliage
Yucca plants are typically easy-care landscaping plants, but they can have occasional problems. One of the most common symptoms of a sick yucca is browning leaves. Find out what to do for a yucca turning brown in this article.
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Cucumbers Cracking Open: What To Do For Fruit Cracking In Cucumbers
Every gardener dreams of beautiful green plants heavy with fruits like cucumbers. It's understandable, then, why gardeners who find their cucumbers cracking open may wonder what has gone wrong. Learn more here.
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Treating Problems In Apricots: Learn About Diseases Of Apricot Trees
Do you know how to identify apricot tree diseases? Well, if you're growing one, you should. Read this article to learn about treating disease problems in apricots, including what to look for.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Winter Mulch Information: Tips On Mulching Plants In Winter
Winter mulching is a popular practice and it's a great way to protect your plants while they're dormant. Read this article for more winter mulch information. Click here and get started with protecting plants over winter.
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Powdery Mildew On Lilac Bushes: Tips For Treating Powdery Mildew On Lilacs
Lilac blooms are one of the best parts of the growing season, but these bushes can also bring dramatic heartbreak when they get sick. Powdery mildew on lilac bushes is one of the most common problems of these beloved plants. Learn how to eliminate it here.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Zucchini Problems: What Causes Bumps On Zucchini
When a gardener has bumpy zucchini fruit, disposing of excess fruit becomes a secondary issue to correcting the deformed zucchinis. Learn more about what to do for bumpy zucchini fruit in this article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Vegetable Family Crop Rotation Guide: Understanding Different Vegetable Families
Crop rotation is a common practice in the home garden, giving vegetable family-specific diseases time to die out before replanting into the same area. For tips on plant families, this article will help.
By Kristi Waterworth
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What Are Green Lacewings: Tips On Using Lacewings For Insect Control
Few recognize green lacewings in the garden, although they provide just as much help to a gardener seeking a chemical-free solution to insect pests. Learn more about these helpful insects in the following article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Plant Disease Transmission To Humans: Can Virus And Plant Bacteria Infect A Human
Some gardeners worry about plant disease transmission to humans - after all, we can get viruses and bacteria, too, right? Learn the answer to this question in the following article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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What Are Hollyhock Weevils: Alleviating Hollyhock Weevil Damage
Even though hollyhock plants are often extremely tough, hollyhock pest control will keep your bed filled with blooms for years to come, especially when it comes to weevils. Learn more about their control here.
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Plant Leaves Turning White Or Pale: Learn About Plant Sunburn Damage
There's nothing like the smell of new plants, but when your plants are turning white, the fun is over. Established plants can also suffer the same fate. Find out what causes white-colored damage on plants and how you can prevent it in this article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Treating Common Lilac Problems: What To Do For Pests And Diseases Of Lilac
Lilacs are generally easy-care shrubs in the landscape, but even the easiest plant has a few common pests and diseases. Keep an eye out for these common diseases and your plants will live long and healthy lives. Click this article to learn more.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Avocado Tree Treatment - Pests And Diseases Of An Avocado Tree
Avocados are tasty additions to the garden, but there are pests and diseases you should be aware of before planting. Read this article to learn what to do about these problems before your crop is affected.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Apricot Tree Problems: Tips For Controlling Insects On Apricots
There's nothing like eating a fresh, ripe apricot straight from the tree. But this only happens when pests are not around. This article examines common apricot tree insects and how to treat them.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Crepe Myrtle Pest Control: Treating Pests On Crepe Myrtle Trees
Crepe myrtles are some of the most beloved landscape plants in their hardiness zones, but as tough as they are, they sometimes encounter problems with insects. Learn how to identify the most common crepe myrtle pests and how to treat them in this article.
By Kristi Waterworth