Gardening diseases
Got a gardening pest or disease? We're here to help! Get essential tips to deal with the most stubborn of diseases.
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Fighting gardening diseases: Alternaria blight
Alternaria blight is a common fungal disease that affects a wide range of garden plants, including vegetables, fruits, and ornamental plants
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Fighting gardening diseases: Anthracnose
Anthracnose is a common fungal disease that affects a wide range of garden plants
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Fighting gardening diseases: Apple maggots
Gardening can be a rewarding experience, but it's not without its challenges
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Fighting gardening diseases: Apple scab
Gardening diseases can pose a significant threat to the health and productivity of apple trees
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Fighting gardening diseases: Bacterial blight
Bacterial blight is a common and destructive plant disease that affects a wide range of garden plants
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Fighting gardening diseases: Bacterial wilt
Bacterial wilt is a common gardening disease that affects various plants
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Fighting gardening diseases: Botrytis blight
Botrytis blight, also known as gray mold, is a common fungal disease that affects a wide range of plants in gardens and greenhouses
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Fighting gardening diseases: Brown patch (lawns)
Brown patch disease is a common fungal disease that affects lawns
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Fighting gardening diseases: Brown rot
Brown rot is a common fungal disease that affects a wide variety of plants in home gardens
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Fighting gardening diseases: Cabbage black rot
Cabbage black rot is a destructive disease that affects cabbage plants, causing severe damage to the leaves, stems, and heads of the plant
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Fighting gardening diseases: Cabbage loopers
Cabbage loopers, scientifically known as Trichoplusia ni, are common garden pests that can cause significant damage to cabbage and other cruciferous vegetables
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Fighting gardening diseases: Cabbage yellows
Gardening can be a rewarding and enjoyable activity, but it is not without challenges
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Fighting gardening diseases: Cherry fruit flies
Cherry fruit flies are a common problem for gardeners, especially those who grow cherry trees
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Fighting gardening diseases: Citrus canker
Citrus canker is a highly contagious bacterial disease that affects citrus trees
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Fighting gardening diseases: Clubroot
Clubroot is a common disease that affects certain plants in the brassica family, including cabbage, broccoli, and cauliflower
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Fighting gardening diseases: Crown rot
Crown rot is a destructive disease that affects various plants in gardens
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Fighting gardening diseases: Downy mildew
Downy mildew is a common plant disease caused by fungal-like organisms belonging to the genus Peronospora
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Fighting gardening diseases: Iris borers
Gardening can be a wonderful and fulfilling hobby, but it can also come with its fair share of challenges
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Fighting gardening diseases: Onion smut
Gardening diseases can pose a significant threat to the success and productivity of our crops
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Fighting gardening diseases: Pea aphids
Pea aphids (Acyrthosiphon pisum) are small insects that feed on the sap of plants, particularly pea plants
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Fighting gardening diseases: Pea blight
Gardening diseases can cause significant damage to plants, resulting in reduced yield and poor overall plant health
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Fighting gardening diseases: Phytophthora blight
Phytophthora blight is a devastating plant disease caused by the Phytophthora genus, which includes several species of destructive pathogens
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Fighting gardening diseases: Plum aphids
Plum aphids, scientifically known as Eriosoma lanigerum, are common pests that infest plum trees and other garden plants
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Fighting gardening diseases: Powdery mildew
Powdery mildew is a common fungal disease that affects many plants in gardens and landscapes
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Fighting gardening diseases: Root rot
Root rot is a common and destructive disease that affects the roots of plants, leading to their decay
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Fighting gardening diseases: Rose chafers
Rose chafers (Macrodactylus subspinosus) are highly destructive insects that can cause significant damage to garden plants, particularly roses and other flowering plants
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Fighting gardening diseases: Rose powdery mildew
Rose powdery mildew is a common fungal disease that affects roses, causing significant damage if left untreated
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Fighting gardening diseases: Rose slugs
As a gardener, it's crucial to be aware of the various pests and diseases that can impact your plants
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Fighting gardening diseases: Squash mosaic virus
Squash mosaic virus (SqMV) is a devastating plant disease that affects various members of the Cucurbitaceae family, including squash, pumpkin, zucchini, and cucumber plants
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Fighting gardening diseases: Squash vine borers
Squash vine borers (Melittia cucurbitae) are a common pest that affects various plants in the cucurbit family, including squash, pumpkins, melons, and cucumbers
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Fighting gardening diseases: Strawberry mildew
Strawberry mildew is a common fungal disease that affects strawberry plants in gardens
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Fighting gardening diseases: Tomato mosaic virus
Gardening is a fulfilling and rewarding activity, but it comes with its fair share of challenges
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Fighting gardening diseases: Verticillium wilt
Verticillium wilt is a fungal disease that affects a wide range of plants, including vegetables, fruits, ornamentals, and trees
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Fighting gardening diseases: Viburnum leaf beetles
Viburnum leaf beetles (Pyrrhalta viburni) are a common and destructive pest that can significantly impact gardening
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Fighting gardening diseases: Wheat rust
Gardening diseases can severely impact crop yields and cause significant economic losses
Gardening jobs for October
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