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Harlequin Bug: A Pretty Brassica Pest

Published September 11, 2021

The harlequin bug is a huge fan of your brassica plants and can lay waste to a brassica garden. We explain how to keep them at bay!

Published August 18, 2021

The fruit fly is an incredibly common pest on freshly-picked produce. Find out about them and good methods of prevention with our guide!

Published August 4, 2021

The raspberry beetle lays eggs on blackberry and raspberry plants, and their larvae damage both plants and fruit. We discuss management tips.

Published July 22, 2021

In warmer climates or greenhouse environments, broad mites can become a problem for a wide range of plants. We discuss control and treatment!

Published July 13, 2021

How do you keep cats out of garden beds? Many things are ineffective. We go over the list of recommendations to determine what works!

Published May 26, 2021

Verticillium wilt can impact a range of plants from tomatoes to trees. We look at the causes and management of this frustrating pathogen.

Published April 28, 2021

Huanglongbing, or citrus greening disease, is a bacterial disease of citrus trees. Learn more about this potential risk to your citrus fruit.

Published April 21, 2021

The Asian citrus psyllid is a dangerous pest for anyone who’s growing a citrus tree. Learn about this invasive pest and how to handle it.

Last updated May 17, 2021

Cercospora leaf spot can damage roses, beets, chard and more. We explore the fungal causes and help you to find treatment solutions!

Published April 11, 2021

The raspberry crown borer can do serious damage to all sorts of berry plants. We’ll discuss how to protect your fruit from these pests!

Last updated May 17, 2021

The strawberry root weevil munches on leaves, and the larvae devour berry roots. Our guide shares how to protect your berries from them!

Published February 22, 2021

Various types of rust fungus cause damage to plants. We explore these irritating fungi and how to control them in your garden.