Root Rot

Root Rot is caused by a variety of fungi and can attack many different plant species (including trees and shrubs). The first clue to a problem is that plants aren’t very vigorous. As this progresses plants show typical signs of root damage, leaves turn yellow and wilt easily and growth is slow. Small plants and seedlings succumb quickly, larger plants (even shrubs and trees) eventually die too. Check for root rot by looking at the roots. If they are rotten it is probably Root Rot (no surprise there). The fungi that cause Root Rot are found in all soils. Make sure the soil is well drained and has warmed up enough for your crop.

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