Cabbage-family plants that contract this fungal disease will often wilt during the heat of the day and recover at night. Older leaves then begin to yellow and droop.
Uproot such plants and you?ll find that the roots are swollen and distorted. Badly infected plants stop developing and may eventually die. Cabbage, Chinese cabbage and Brussels sprouts are most susceptible to club root; mustard, radishes and turnips are most resistant. Warm, wet weather encourages the spread of the disease by splashing and windblown raindrops. It is also spread by overhead irrigation and on contaminated tools. Once established in a garden, club root is difficult to control, because the fungus can survive in soil for more than 10 years.
Here are tips on how to identify, control, and prevent mosaic viruses on a variety of plants. What Are Mosaic Viruses? Mosaic viruses affect more than 150 types of plants, including many fruits, vegetables, and flowers. The disease is characterized by leaves that are mottled with yellow, white, and light or dark green spots and streaks (in other words, a mosaic of these colors). Some of the most commonly infected plants include to
Here are tips on how to identify and get rid of cabbage root maggots. What Are Cabbage Root Maggots? Cabbage root maggots affect cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, and brussels sprouts. (This group of vegetables is also known as ‘cole crops.’) Different types of root maggots also occur that affect carrots, onions, and other veggie crops. Because cole crops are cool-season vegetables, cabbage root maggots are much more prominent
by Jonathan de Araujo Scientific and technological advancements are changing the world in ways we have never seen before. The gardening world is no exception, and hydroponics is at the forefront of this evolution. As more people discover the advantages hydroponics offers in comparison to conventional gardening, the more this innovative soilless technique gains in popularity. So in an effort to help you decide if ditching the soil makes sense for you, here is an introduction to hydropo
As I socialize with fellow gardeners, there is a common discussion that comes up when discussing plants. That discussion focuses on native plants. So, what is this surge in interest in native plants? This post explores the basic information you need to know about the importance of native plants in your landscape. Let us begin with a definition. Native refers to a plant that existed in a geographical area prior to the European’s arriving on American soil (~1500). The