LEAF Diagnosing Leaf Issues: Is It Russet Mites, Thrips, or Something Else? Leaf issues are a common problem in the garden, and can be caused by a variety of factors. In this case, we explore the possibility that the issue is russet mites, and discuss other potential causes as well. The first signs of trouble were seen on lower leaves of a
BACTERIAL Struggling with Bacterial Leaf Spot on Tomatoes? Here's How to Get Control of the Fungal Issue Disease ID needed - I'm stumped. This is a common problem for gardeners, especially when dealing with fungal issues. It can be difficult to identify the source of the issue and even more difficult to know how to treat it. In this case, Jim in southern California has noticed an
SQUASH Combat Squash Leaf Problem with Sevin, Spinosad or bt kurstaki (Thuricide) Treatment and Prevention Tips Squash Leaf Problem is a common issue in the garden, especially during rainy times. The problem is caused by tiny foliage leaf worms which can quickly defoliate plants if left untreated. These worms are so small when they first appear that they are almost invisible to the naked eye, but
LEAF Investigating the Different Types of Leaves in Tomato Plants and Their Significance for Understanding Leaf Complexity Leaf morphology, anatomy, and margin development are important aspects of leaf development in tomato plants. To better understand the genetic pathways controlling these different stages, researchers examined wild-type and mutant leaves. The mutants were placed into four categories based on their degree of complexity and margin development. Type I mutants
