Also known as “gray mold,” this fungus infects a lot of herbaceous annuals and perennials. Botrytis has several species with the most common being Botrytis cinerea. … [Read more...]

This fungus is a member of the ascomycote family and affects many types of plants. The name “ascochyta blight” refers specifically to a type that affects stems, especially of asparagus, but is close enough in taxonomy to other asochyta types that it can also refer to others that … [Read more...]

Although this fungal blight can infect many types of plants, including apple trees, tomatoes, and more, it is most often associated with roses. It's the rose gardener's most dreaded foe. … [Read more...]

Greenhouse growers and those who love soft fruits will likely be familiar with grey mold. This fungus is a subset of Botrytis cinerea and is very common. It's marked by the grayish mold that grows on the infected plant. … [Read more...]

Called Alternaria spp. by science, this fungal infection is the bane of tomato and cole crop growers everywhere. There are three species of Alternaria blight: Alternaria leaf spot for tomato – Alternaria stem canker (A. alternata) Alternaria leaf spot for cole crops – … [Read more...]