Ventilate the Glasshouse
Do not forget to ventilate the glasshouse on mild sunny days: this will help to reduce fungal infections.
Do not forget to ventilate the glasshouse on mild sunny days: this will help to reduce fungal infections.
Watch out for Phytophthora root rot: it can cause die back on mature trees and shrubs.
Cyclamen persicum is best watered from below: wetting the leaves can easily result in fungal diseases.
Do you have peaches or nectarines? Prepare a polythene shelter to protect them from peach leaf curl.
Watch out for downy mildew and black spot on winter pansies: Remove any infected leaves and destroy them.
Watch out for bracket fungus on trees: If the tree is in poor health call in a tree surgeon for a professional opinion.
Sick looking box and holly trees should be inspected: they may be affected with blight.
Fusarium patch (snow mould) on lawns may be a problem in wet weather, particularly on overfed and lush lawns.
When pruning your apple trees you may notice signs of apple canker on the stems: try to cut out all infected material.
Do you have indoor grapes? Watch out for powdery mildew, grey mould and glasshouse pests.