Pests & Diseases

The adult fungus gnat is a small black fly, about 3-4 mm in length.

Botrytis (also known as Grey Mould or Bud Rot) attacks weak plants or dying f

Mildew is also known as ‘downy mildew’ and as the disease spreads, the leaves

Aphids are no longer than about 4 mm, have a bulbous abdomen and can be many

Thrips are recognisable by their small size and long flat shape.

The two species of whitefly that affect many crops are Bemisia tabaci

Spider mites affect many crops worldwide.

One of the more common scale insects that attacks ornamental plants is the me

Fusarium is a major genus of soil fungi that is found in many parts of the wo

There are various ways of controlling pests and diseases.