Kristi Waterworth
Kristi Waterworth was a regular contributor to Gardening Know How for many years, answering countless queries on plant pests and diseases.
Latest articles by Kristi Waterworth
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Fixing Issues With Snapdragons – How To Deal With Snapdragon Problems
Snapdragons are fanciful plants that delight and inspire wonder in people of all ages, but they can also suffer from a number of problems. As a snapdragon keeper, it's your duty to learn more about the problems your plants can suffer, so click here to begin your journey.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Diseases Of Ginger – Recognizing Ginger Disease Symptoms
Ginger can be an interesting addition to your edible landscaping. Careful planning and a watchful eye will ensure that you never have to experience any of the ginger plant diseases found in this article. Click here for more information on treating sick ginger plants.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Dealing With Pineapple Problems: Managing Pineapple Pests And Diseases
Growing pineapples isn?t always all fun and games, but you can produce a perfect pineapple with more information about pests and diseases that affect this plant. Click this article to learn about common pineapple problems.
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Staghorn Fern Plant Problems: How To Treat A Diseased Staghorn Fern
Although they can be a little tricky to get just so, once a staghorn is established, you can expect few problems with them. Once in a while, however, your staghorn may get sick and that?s why we put this article together. Click here to learn about diseases of staghorn ferns.
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Staghorn Fern Leaf Drop: How To Save A Staghorn Fern Losing Fronds
Owning a staghorn fern is an exercise in balancing of water and light, nutrients and keeping their roots exposed. When your staghorn fern starts dropping leaves, you know something has gone wrong in the equation. Learn more in this article.
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What Is Fuchsia Rust – How To Control Rust In Fuchsias
Fuchsias are a dramatic addition to the home, window box or landscape, producing ornamental flowers that are unmatched. Although they're generally hardy, fuchsias suffer from a few problems, including fuchsia rust. Learn how to cure this problem here.
By Kristi Waterworth
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What Is Armored Scale: Identifying Armored Scale Insects On Plants
Armored scale insects are hiding under your nose right now and you probably don't even know it. These master mimics are everywhere, but you can learn how to detect and eliminate them from your plants in this article. Click here to learn more.
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What Are Spindle Galls – Tips On Spindle Gall Treatment
It's amazing how many tiny things can live on a tree, without anyone really ever noticing. Such is the case of the Eriophyid mite, the cause of spindle galls on your tree leaves. Take a look at this article for more information about them and how they affect your plants.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Guava Disease Information: What Are Common Guava Diseases
Guavas can be really special plants in the landscape if you select just the right spot. But that doesn?t mean they?re not going to develop diseases - just read this article and learn what to look for so you can spot problems early and deal with them quickly.
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Armillaria Root Rot Treatment: Causes Of Armillaria Root Rot Of Apple Trees
Apples are practically synonymous with fall baking, but it's not all fun and games for the apple grower. Diseases like Armillaria root rot lurk just beneath the surface of the soil, creating substantial challenges to growing the perfect fall fruit. Learn more in this article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Avocado Anthracnose Treatment: What To Do For Anthracnose Of Avocado Fruit
Avocados are amazing gifts from your landscape or orchard trees, but they can quickly become a pile of gross, unusable mush if those plants are infected with avocado anthracnose. Learn tips for reducing this fruit disease in the following article.
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Avocado Algal Leaf Disease: Treating Spots On Avocado Leaves
Algal leaf spot of avocado is a disease that can cause some major visual disruption for avocado plants, but it?s not a serious condition. Learn more about how to identify the disease and what to do to keep it from coming back in this informative article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Holoparasitic Information – Learn About Holoparasitic Plants In Gardens
If a plant is growing on or near another, it's generally assumed they're simply compatible, and not that one is drawing vital nutrients from the other. Learn more about holoparasitic plants in this article so you can better distinguish plant friend from foe.
By Kristi Waterworth
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What Is A Hemiparasitic Plant – Examples Of Hemiparasitic Plants
There are lots of plants in the garden that we devote almost no thought to. For example, parasitic plants exist in a wide range of conditions and they're rarely discussed. This article is about hemiparasitic plants and the damage they can do to your landscape or garden.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Urban Garden Problems: Common Issues Affecting Urban Gardens
Urban gardening can be a great experience for the whole family, but it's not without its problems. Learn more about common problems urban gardeners experience in this article so you're ready if your garden stumbles upon these issues.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Scab On Apple Trees: Identifying And Treating Apple Scab Fungus
Unfortunately, scab on apple trees is a common and serious problem. Read here to learn about controlling apple scab in your trees.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Browning Pitcher Plants: Why A Pitcher Plant Turns Yellow Or Brown
When your pitcher plant turns yellow or brown, it's not time to panic; these hardy plants are hard to keep down for long. The following information can help. Click this article to learn what's going on and how to fix it.
By Kristi Waterworth
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What Are Leafrollers: Leafroller Damage And Control
Leafroller insects can cause significant damage to garden plants. The following article will help with controlling these pests and minimize further problems. Read here to get additional information.
By Kristi Waterworth