Common Plant Diseases and Disorders

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Learn to identify common plant diseases

If you can identify the symptoms as a blight or wilt, you may be able to take steps to limit the disease, even if you don’t know the specific pathogen causing the infection.

The common names of plant diseases often reflect the type of symptom they cause. If you can identify the symptoms as a blight or wilt, for example, you may be able to successfully take steps to limit the disease, even if you don't know the specific pathogen causing the infection. The most common garden plant diseases and disorders are described below.

Remember: If you're considering applying a spray or dust, take time to identify the specific disease problem first so that you apply the appropriate product at the correct time to be effective.

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