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Tuesday - July 26, 2011
From: Bastrop, TX
Region: Southwest
Topic: Diseases and Disorders, Pests
Title: Need help with powdery mildew and mites in Bastrop, TX
Answered by: Jimmy Mills
QUESTION:
I tend to flower beds for the city. I have noticed a powdery mildew in 2 beds. It is on the Pavonia and Turks caps. I now notice mites. What should I do?ANSWER:
Mr. Smarty Plants has found several web sites with information about treating these aggravating pests.
Good luck
Powdery mildew:
University of California at Davis
Colorado State University
Ohio State University
Spider mites
University of Kentucky
Colorado State University
evergreengardenworks.com
getridofthings.com
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