[3puttharry]

Less than one year old plants dieing. I was told they had a white bug called "scale" killing them. I would like to take care ofthem myself. What is the treatment to kl them and ptotect the other plants and shrubs? Thank you.

[laceylady]

Suggest you visit the Master Gardeners. They were very helpful to me. Bring a leaf or pictures and they will help you.

[graciegirl]

The folks who planted our new plants said that if you feed and water your newly planted bushes and plants correctly, that will protect them from most disease and raise their ability to fight plant disease.

There are agricultural extension people who come to one of the southern rec centers every Tuesday(?) to answer questions on plant health and help you choose zone specific plants to add to your yard.

But I don't remember which rec center. Truman?

[Uptown Girl]

Originally Posted by laceylady

Suggest you visit the Master Gardeners. They were very helpful to me. Bring a leaf or pictures and they will help you.

That's the best advice, 3puttharry.
Any remedy or treatment always depends on particular circumstances and details.

Not every remedy can be applied to every plant.
If your plants are not yet a year old, that is a factor too.

Using the wrong treatment, or using it at the wrong time can often kill a plant that is compromised and you will then have spent extra time and money to end up speeding it's demise.

In the meantime, try searching the internet about your particular plant and it's pests/diseases. That may be very helpful as well.
Good luck and keep us posted.

[Bill-n-Brillo]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

......... There are agricultural extension people who come to one of the southern rec centers every Tuesday(?) to answer questions on plant health and help you choose zone specific plants to add to your yard.

But I don't remember which rec center. Truman?

Here's some info:

Sumter County Extension Office ? Solutions for Your Life - UF Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences


Scroll down to "Florida Gardens, Questions and Answers" - held at Sterling Heights.

See also "Plant Clinic Locations" just above that - held at the Sumter County Government Annex Building near Morse and 466.

Bill

[PaPaLarry]

Originally Posted by Bill-n-Brillo

Here's some info:

Sumter County Extension Office ? Solutions for Your Life - UF Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences


Scroll down to "Florida Gardens, Questions and Answers" - held at Sterling Heights.

See also "Plant Clinic Locations" just above that - held at the Sumter County Government Annex Building near Morse and 466.

Bill

That Bill-N-Brillo are always full of helpful information!!! You guys are like conductors of an Orchestra

[Bill-n-Brillo]

Thank you, PaPa!

Bill