Archive for the 'Disease' Category

Oklahoma Gardeners Love Crapemyrtles Part II

Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009

PROBLEMS CAUSED BY STRESS:
Aphids and powdery mildew are the two most common problems we have in Oklahoma where Crapemyrtles are concerned. Though neither is too serious, both can cause your Crapemyrtle to have an unsightly appearance. If you go a bit south to Texas, you will also find that scale can be an issue. I [...]

What is Wrong With My Home Grown Tomatoes?

Thursday, July 16th, 2009

As the soil prepares to warm and Oklahoma gardeners begin planting their tomatoes, we all hope for the same out come. A home grown tomato with that wonderful taste which we  remember from our childhood.  The tomatoes, you stood over the sink eating with the salt & pepper shaker close at hand. Remember those?  You [...]