Plant Pests
Identifying and managing pests that damage plants in your garden. Articles cover viruses, fungal infections, caterpillars, underground pests, and which plants are most vulnerable.
Avoiding Botrytis: Fungal Infection
Stop botrytis grey mould before it starts with simple steps like better ventilation, proper watering and plant spacing.
Dealing with Plant Viruses
Plant viruses are tricky to spot and hard to control, causing yellowing, mottling, distortion and stunted growth in your garden.
Encouraging the Gardener's Allies
Attract natural pest controllers to your garden by providing simple shelter and food for beneficial insects like ladybirds and lacewings.
Plant-eating Caterpillars
Plant-eating caterpillars can devastate your garden, from cabbage whites to loopers that strip leaves from trees and vegetables.
Recognising the Signs of Underground Pests
Check for wilting leaves and stunted growth, your plants might have underground pests eating the roots below the soil.
Signs of Leaf and Stem Pests
Identify common garden pests by the damage they leave on your plant leaves and stems.
Vulnerable Plants in Your Garden
Garden pests love these vulnerable plants, so here's what to watch for and how to protect them.