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Pests and Diseases That Attack Lavatera Plants
Pests and Diseases That Attack Lavatera Plants

Pests and Diseases That Attack Lavatera Plants

If you notice that your Lavatera shrub is discolouring or wilting, there is a high chance that they are suffering from disease or pest issues, the good news is that it is nearly always treatable. It is crucial to identify the culprit according to the symptoms displayed to employ a suitable treatment method. This is usually as simple as applying a pesticide for pests and fungicide for fungus infections such as Hollyhock rust and mildew. In the sections below, are…

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Why is my Lavatera wilting and how to revive it
Why is My Lavatera Wilting? Identifying The Problem & How To Treat

Why is My Lavatera Wilting? Identifying The Problem & How To Treat

Why is my Lavatera wilting? This is a common question that most people who are growing Lavatera ask at some point. Lavatera plants grow well without issues but sometimes problems like wilting arise. Wilting has various causes in a Lavatera and I will cover these in detail below. When you finish reading through the article, you will have an inkling of what is affecting your plants and how to solve it or if you need to completely replace your Lavatera….

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In this guide, I talk about why your Lavatera leaves might be turning yellow and what to do about it. Overwatering, pests, late fall and more
Why Are The Leaves on My Lavatera Turning Yellow?

Why Are The Leaves on My Lavatera Turning Yellow?

Lavatera is one of my favourite shrubs, but one common problem with them is that the leaves often start to turn yellow, especially on more established plants. If you notice your Lavatera’s leaves yellowing, there might be a problem. Instead of guessing what the problem could be, it is better to investigate and figure out what really going on. Firstly, I just want to highlight a couple of things you need to consider before jumping in and blaming pests or…

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In this guide I talk about 5 reasons why your Lavatera is probably not flowering for overfeeding to incorrect of lack of pruning and more
5 Reasons Why Your Lavatera Might Not Flowering (Mallow)

5 Reasons Why Your Lavatera Might Not Flowering (Mallow)

You have heard the praises that Lavatera shrubs attract through their beautiful blooms and lush foliage. You go ahead and plant them but, what if they do not bloom as expected? You will find yourself asking “Why is my lavatera not flowering?” and without any information to go on, this can be a frustrating situation and one that is probably more common than you think. In general, Lavatera will flower with no issues but there are a few things to…

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In this article I talk about the most common reasons why your sunflower leaves are curling from irrigation issues to pests.
Why are My Sunflowers Leaves Curling?

Why are My Sunflowers Leaves Curling?

Sunflowers are one of my favourite plants and I grow quite a few varieties and what I really like is that you can grow them without a lot of care. However, if you notice curling leaves on your sunflower leaves this usually means there is an issue. I have also noticed that ‘Why are my sunflower leaves curling?’ is a very common question I get asked, especially for those just getting into growing these amazing plants. The good news is,…

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After growing sunflowers for over 20 years here are 5 reason your sunflowers may be drooping and wilting and how to avoid it.
5 Reasons Why Your Sunflowers May Be Drooping and Wilting

5 Reasons Why Your Sunflowers May Be Drooping and Wilting

Sunflowers match their name due to their vibrant petals that are pleasing to the eye. When growing sunflowers, you have to monitor them often so that you can catch any issues before they escalate. However, what if your sunflowers have been doing well but you notice they are drooping? While there may be cause for concern, there is usually a reason for this and it can often be resolved in most cases. Below are some reasons that may be causing…

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If you are asking yourself why are my sunflower leaves turning yellow, this guide will help you identify the problem and how to fix it.
Why Are My Sunflowers Leaves Turning Yellow? – 4 Reasons

Why Are My Sunflowers Leaves Turning Yellow? – 4 Reasons

Sunflowers are one of the most breath-taking plants that are easy to grow. They are generally very easy to grow with very few issues to worry about. However, while these plants are typically low maintenance, they can get their fair share of issues, usually to do with the environment. It is easy to tell if your sunflowers are healthy just by looking at the leaves. Yellowing leaves at the wrong time indicates the plant may have some underlying issues that…

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Many people ask why are my sunflowers not flowering so I have listed common reasons and how to fix them from not getting enough sun, overfeeding and more
Why Are My Sunflowers Not Flowering – 6 Reasons & how to fix

Why Are My Sunflowers Not Flowering – 6 Reasons & how to fix

Sunflowers are cultivated for their large blooms and abundant seeds but what happens if your sunflowers don’t bloom? The good news is that it’s usually something that can be resolved once you identify the issue. In this article, you will discover some of the reasons why your sunflowers are not flowering and what to do about them. Without wasting any more time, let us dive in: Do your sunflowers get enough sun? Sunflowers as denoted by their name. They really,…

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Clematis problems including pests and diseases
Clematis problems – Pest, diseases and other problems to look out for

Clematis problems – Pest, diseases and other problems to look out for

The Clematis is by far the most popular climbing plant and anyone who has grown clematis appreciates the spectacular beauty of their display when in full bloom. These low maintenance plants just need fertile, well-drained soil and plenty of sun to thrive. For the most part, clematis can grow without any issues, but problems arise due to environmental factors, pests and diseases that attack the plant. However, most can be treated and sometimes even prevented. Understanding some of the problems…

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Rhododendrons can sometime start to wilt and the leaves begin to droop so in this guide I show it happens and how to overcome it.
Why Are The Leaves On My Rhododendron Drooping – 8 Possible Reasons

Why Are The Leaves On My Rhododendron Drooping – 8 Possible Reasons

Rhododendrons are typically healthy plants known worldwide for their brightly coloured spring blooms. This sturdy plant comes in many different varieties of varying heights and foliage mass. If you have one in your garden, you might start worrying once you notice foliage starting to curl inwards or droop. Please, do not panic, finding the root cause of the problem will go a long way in restoring your Rhododendron’s health. Below is a checklist of some reasons why your Rhododendron’s leaves…

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