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Watch out for powdery mildew
There are now two species of powdery mildew which attack tomatoes in South Africa. The most common is Leveillula taurica.
- A beginners' guide to aquaponics
- Tomato, basil and calendula pot
- Physiological disorders of tomatoes
- Pests and Diseases of Seedlings and Young Plants
- Pests and Diseases of Carrots, Parsley and Parsnips
- Fertilising tomatoes after planting
- Early pest management for tomatoes
- How to grow cordon tomatoes
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Beware the thrips threat!
The western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) was accidentally introduced into this country some years ago, with severe consequences for many crops.
Propagation Procedures for Growing Tomatoes
Many gardeners prefer to obtain their tomato plants from a nursery for a specific planting time, but there are those who prefer to raise their own
Controlling the African bollworm
As a tomato grower you always need to be on the lookout for the African bollworm (Helicoverpa armigera), no matter the season.
Spray your tomatoes effectively
Everyone who knows anything about tomatoes knows that spraying and disease control are extremely important. Tomatoes have a reputation for being especially
Other tomato wilts
We have already discussed bacterial wilt which sees the leaves and growing tip of an apparently healthy plant hanging due to lack of water.
Growing Lettuce in Greenhouses and Frames
The lettuce Lactuca sativa is increasing in importance as a greenhouse crop since the breeding of short-day varieties has made year-round production possible
Pests and Diseases of Tree Fruit - Part 1
Including: apples, pears, quinces, cherries, plums, damsons, peaches, almonds, apricots and nectarines
Biological Control of Common Greenhouse Pests - Part 1
Some pests in the greenhouse can be controlled by introducing their natural enemies artificially. A range of such biological controls, which may be predatory
Plant Pests and Diseases – Biological Control
An important aspect of organic gardening is the encouragement of natural predators and parasites to keep pests and diseases in check
Why prune tomatoes?
There are instances where tomatoes have to be pruned and cases where pruning is entirely optional. We therefore need to know why we prune
Growing Roses from Cuttings
Rose lovers are always talking with friends and fellow gardeners about their plants. Trading cuttings is a social medium of exchange that many take part in
Dealing with Hawaiian beet webworm the biological way
The Hawaiian beet webworm is a caterpillar that attacks beet and Swiss chard. The moth’s delta-shaped wings are brown with white stripes.