KEEP YOUR GARDEN HEALTHY:

EASY TIPS FOR FIGHTING PLANT DISEASES

A happy garden starts with healthy plants, and the best way to keep them thriving is to stop diseases before they start! With a little care and attention, you can keep those pesky plant problems at bay and enjoy a lush, productive garden.

1. Pick the Right Plants

Healthy plants are the foundation of a strong garden. Choose disease-resistant varieties suited to your area—stronger plants mean fewer headaches down the road!

2. Give Your Plants Some Elbow Room

Crowded plants lead to trapped moisture, which invites fungus, mold, and mildew. Keep enough space between them so the air can flow freely—think of it as giving your plants their personal space!

3. Water the Roots, Not the Leaves

Damp leaves are a breeding ground for disease. Always water at the base of your plants, preferably in the morning, so any extra moisture can dry up before nightfall. Drip irrigation or a soaker hose works great for this.

4. Keep Things Tidy

Old leaves, weeds, and plant debris are like welcome mats for pests and diseases. Clean up dead plant material, pull weeds regularly, and disinfect your tools to stop diseases from spreading.

5. Rotate Your Crops

Planting the same crops in the same spot year after year gives soil-borne diseases a free pass to spread. Mix things up! Rotate your crops to keep the soil fresh and pests confused.

6. Mulch for Protection

A good layer of straw, wood chips, or compost keeps soil from splashing onto plants, reducing the risk of fungal infections. Plus, it helps keep moisture in and weeds out—win-win!

7. Keep an Eye Out & Act Fast

A little garden checkup goes a long way. If you spot yellowing leaves, strange spots, or wilting, don’t ignore them! Trim off infected parts, pull out sick plants if needed, and consider organic sprays if the problem persists.

With a little love and smart gardening habits, you can keep diseases from taking over and enjoy a bountiful, beautiful garden all season long. Happy gardening!