Plant Diseases
Identifying plant diseases is the first step in treating the problem. There are many types of diseases that affect garden plants, leaving many gardeners scratching their heads. By using the following information, you can learn how to go about identifying plant diseases for effective disease control. Many garden disease problems can be alleviated simply by practicing good growing conditions. Yet, even in the best of circumstances, garden diseases happen. But with a little know how, you stand a better chance of treating these garden disease problems early on.
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Downy Mildew Of Cole Crops – Managing Cole Crops With Downy MildewIf your favorite cole crops, like broccoli and cabbage, come down with a case of downy mildew, you may lose your harvest, or at least see it greatly reduced. Downy mildew is a fungal infection, but there are steps you can take to prevent and treat it. Learn more here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Cucurbit Fusarium Rind Rot – Treating Fusarium Rot Of CucurbitsEdible cucurbits with fusarium rot show as lesions on the rind but develop to affect the interior flesh of the food. It often goes unnoticed and is only apparent once the fruit is cut open. Knowing the early signs of the disease can save your harvest. This article will help.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Controlling Lima Bean Pod Blight: Learn About Pod Blight Of Lima Beans
One of the more common diseases of lima beans is called pod blight of lima beans. Pod blight in lima bean plants can cause serious losses in yield. What causes this lima bean disease and what methods of control are there for lime bean blight?
By Amy Grant
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How To Get Rid Of Sooty MoldIf your plant looks like it's covered in a black soot, chances are it is suffering from sooty mold fungus. This article has tips on fixing this issue.
By Heather Rhoades
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Cucurbit Downy Mildew Control – Tips On Treating Cucurbit Plants With Downy MildewCucurbit downy mildew can destroy your tasty crop of cucumbers, watermelon, squash, and pumpkins. If you know what to look for, catch it early, and take steps to manage the disease, you may save at least some of your harvest. This article can help get you started.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Fire Blight Remedies And SymptomsFire blight is oftentimes influenced by seasonal weather and generally attacks the plant's blossoms, gradually moving to the twigs, and then the branches. Learn more about fire blight remedies in this article.
By Nikki Tilley
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Information On Shot Hole Disease TreatmentShot hole disease is a serious issue in many fruit trees. Some flowering ornamental trees can be affected as well. Learn more about this disease and how to treat it in the following article.
By Nikki Tilley
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Alternaria Leaf Spot In Cole Crops – Managing Leaf Spot On Cole VegetablesAlternaria leaf spot in cole crops is a fungal disease that wreaks havoc in cabbage, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables. However, symptoms and treatment of this hard-to-control disease are similar. Learn more here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Cucurbit Root Rot: Learn About Monosporascus Root Rot Of CucurbitsCucurbit monosporascus root rot is a serious disease of melons, and to a lesser extent other cucurbit crops. The pathogen can live in soil for a number of years, making treatment difficult. The following article discusses how to manage the disease.
By Amy Grant
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Tips For The Control Of Downy MildewA common problem in the spring garden is a disease called downy mildew. If you are familiar the disease the conditions it can grow in, you will be better able to control downy mildew. Learn more here.
By Heather Rhoades
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Xylella Fastidiosa Info – What Is Xylella Fastidiosa DiseaseWhat causes Xylella fastidiosa diseases, of which there are several, is the bacterium of that name. If you grow grapes or certain fruit trees in an area with these bacteria, you need Xylella fastidiosa info so that you can practice good management. This article will help.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Aster Yellows On Flowers - Information On Controlling Aster Yellows DiseaseAster yellows can affect a myriad of plants and is often quite detrimental to them as well. Read this article to learn more about this problem and how to control aster yellows on flowers and other plants in the garden.
By Jackie Rhoades
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White Leaf Spot Control - How To Treat White Spots On Plant LeavesWhite spots on the plant leaves - what is it exactly? Read this article to learn more about downy leaf spot and what to do for these white spots on leaves. Click here for more information.
By Jackie Rhoades
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Bacterial Leaf Spot On Plants: How To Treat Bacterial Leaf SpotMany ornamental and edible plants display dark, necrotic looking spots on their leaves. This is a symptom of bacterial leaf spot disease. Learn more about bacterial leaf spot and its control in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Cause Of Root Rot: Root Rot Remedy For Garden Plants, Trees, And ShrubsWhile many people have both heard of and dealt with root rot in houseplants, most are not aware that this disease can also have an adverse effect on garden plants too. Learn more about this here.
By Jackie Carroll
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Black Spot Fungus: Getting Rid Of Black Leaf SpotIf you notice black spots on plant leaves, it's a good bet your plants are affected by black spot fungus. Learn more about this troubling disease and how to treat it in this article.
By Jackie Rhoades
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Canker On Fruit Trees: What To Do For Trees Weeping Amber Color SapTree cankers that ooze orange or amber-colored sap may indicate that the tree has Cytospora canker disease. The best method of control is prevention, and this article will help.
By Jackie Carroll
