PREVENTION AND CONTROL
Pests and diseases do not spread their ills evenhandedly throughout the plant world. Some plants, such as conifers, hardy annuals and shrub roses, are troubled rarely or never; others, such as bush roses, fruits and vegetables, may be affected by more than their fair share. You should bear in mind that the vast majority of pests and diseases can be tolerated — provided that the plants are healthy and well-fed and never allowed to go short of water. Do not underestimate the value of predatory insects such as hoverflies and insect and grub-devouring birds. Read the rest of this entry »
