No name

The flower buds of rhododendrons affected by bud blast disease fail to open, so ruining any chance of a colourful spring...

Potash is a major plant nutrient needed by all plants in relatively large amounts.

Some plants, particularly lime-hating, ericaceous plants are more susceptible to shortages of iron.

Bacterial canker is a disease that affects members of the Prunus family – including cherries and plums.

There are numerous plant virus diseases, most of which are specific to one plant or group of plants. They can produce...

Many gardeners get concerned when they see lichens growing on the branches of their trees and shrubs, thinking they are...

Leek rust is a fungal disease that attacks leeks, but it also affects garlic, chives, onions and other species of Allium...

Smut diseases aren't common in gardens, but one that is often seen is sweetcorn smut. Description A fungus that is...

Nitrogen is one of the major nutrients needed by all plants to grow successfully.

Although many plants we grow in our gardens are tough as old boots, frost, cold weather and cold winds can be fatal to...

Ginger is an essential ingredient in cooking, a spice that is a vital part of Oriental dishes, as well as in cakes and...

Liverworts are small plants related to, and often confused with, mosses.