Wouldn't it be wonderful if only a few diseases affected the plants in our gardens? Unfortunately, that isn't the case, and sometimes it seems like every time you turn around, there's a new pathogen ...
14 Deadly Tomatillos Pests, Diseases, and Plant Problems
You'll often find them in Mexican and Central/South American cuisine, where they're transformed into salsa verde and added to soups, stews, and various fillings. Have you been having issues growing ...
14 Insidious Radish Pests and Diseases
If you love radishes, you've likely tried to grow them at least a few times so far. These low-maintenance root vegetables are fiery and delicious, and tend to thrive with neglect. That said, some ...
9 Radish Diseases and How to Deal With Them
Radishes are a gardening favorite for good reason. Who doesn't love the fact that they're so easy to grow and provide a quick and delicious crop? But while they're generally problem-free, it's not ...
How to Treat and Prevent Botrytis Fruit Rot in Strawberries
Botrytis fruit rot, also called gray mold, is a common problem for both home and commercial growers when growing strawberries. It can destroy an entire harvest left unchecked. Sometimes you don't ...
A Definitive Guide to the Difference Between Burls and Galls on Trees
At some point, you've undoubtedly seen trees with strange-looking bumps and growths. These might have been smooth or lumpy, matching the tree's bark color or contrasting sharply against them. Do ...
10 Rhubarb Plant Problems: Common Pests, Diseases, and Environmental Issues
There’s something fresh and summery about a rhubarb bed growing tall in the sunlight. It’s one of the first harvests of the season, and the tangy, sour taste of rhubarb balances out all the sweet, ...
Botrytis Blight: How to Identify and Control This Fungal Disease
Sometimes it's overwhelming how many pests and diseases that affect our plants, it's a wonder we manage to grow anything. Nature is a wonderful thing, and diseases are just a part of the natural ...
10 Common Strawberry Diseases How to Deal With Them
Don't you love that moment when you taste the first sun-warmed strawberry of the season? With all the promise of those days of sweet berries ahead of you? You can picture the pies, jams, and treats to ...