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Plant Diseases and Disorders of Lawn Grasses, Trees, Vegetables,and Ornamentals
Plant Diseases Identification and Management
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Rachel: This may be powdery mildew, a very common and mostly cosmetic disease on many ornamental plants. It resembles "white fuzzy patches" or a sprinkle of baby powder. It can usually be wiped off
Jean: I suspect that the interior browning is normal and is related to the time of the year. Just keep an eye on it and be sure it gets a drink time to time during the winter months. We see this interior
Wayne: The leaves look a bit hungry, however this symptom can be caused by several things- usually related to the roots/soil. I you have an affected plant you can sacrifice, cut into the main roots near
Alissa: Good Morning! It's Sunday morning here. House calls? WOW. I wish, however I am in Arkansas. Sounds like the plant may have been pot bound if I understand you. When you remove it, try to remove
Alissa: Thanks for your patience. I do not think that the "film" is a disease, but probably young tissue like the waxes on the the leaves. Consider repotting in new soil and look at the roots at the

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