Stop Spraying Milk on Your Plants — Here’s What Actually Fights Powdery Mildew
Powdery mildew is a common fungal disease that affects a variety of plants, manifesting as dusty white or gray splotches on leaves and stems. It …
Category: Plant Diseases
How to Prevent and Get Rid of Asiatic Citrus Canker Disease
Citrus is one of the most important fruit crops globally, with oranges, lemons, grapefruits, and limes being dietary staples and economic pillars in many countries. …
How to Treat and Prevent Late Blight of Tomatoes
Tomato Late Blight is a serious fungal disease that can wreak havoc on tomato gardens. This disease is triggered by the fungus Phytophthora infestans, which causes unsightly brown …
How to Use Beneficial Nematodes as Pest Control
Gardening can be a rewarding yet challenging endeavor, especially when pests like grubs, thrips, beetles, and moths threaten to ruin your hard work. Fortunately, there …
How to Prevent and Eradicate Asian Citrus Psyllid from Your Garden
Citrus trees hold a special place in American gardens, whether it’s the sprawling orange groves of Florida, the iconic lemons of California, or the backyard …
How to Prevent and Get Rid of Ash Whitefly from Your Garden
The ash whitefly (Siphoninus phillyreae) is a persistent pest that has become a significant concern for gardeners and agriculturalists alike. Native to the Mediterranean region, …
How to Prevent and Get Rid of Emerald Ash Borer From Your Garden
The emerald ash borer (EAB), Agrilus planipennis, is a highly destructive invasive pest that has devastated ash tree populations across North America and other regions. …
How to Get Rid of Mealybugs From Your Garden
Mealybugs are one of the most common and frustrating garden pests, capable of wreaking havoc on a wide variety of plants, both indoors and outdoors. …
How to Get Rid of Wireworms from Your Garden
Wireworms are among the most troublesome pests for gardeners, capable of causing extensive damage to crops and garden plants. These destructive larvae of click beetles …
How to Get Rid of Scale Insects From Your Garden
Scale insects are a gardener’s nightmare, capable of wreaking havoc on your garden by feeding on plant sap, weakening plants, and leaving them vulnerable to …
Why Hairworms Manipulate and Control Praying Mantises
Hairworms, also known as Nematomorphs, are some of nature’s most fascinating yet disturbing parasites. These parasitic worms have a complex life cycle that involves manipulating …
How to Identify and Control Argentine Ant in Your Garden
Argentine ants (Linepithema humile) are among the most pervasive and problematic invasive species worldwide. Originating from South America, these small, unassuming insects have made their …