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Battle Ready Gardens: Conquer 10 Common Fruit and Vegetable Diseases

Winter squash affected by powdery mildew, a common issue among common fruit and vegetable diseases.

Summertime in home plots across the U.S. means vines sprawl, blooms burst, and every leaf matters. But even the best-tended gardens can fall prey to trouble. Common fruit and vegetable diseases—from soilborne pathogens and fungal blights to nutrient-related disorders—threaten to sap strength and ruin ripening crops. Every garden faces its share of unwelcome visitors, and knowing what to watch for can make all the difference.

In this guide, you’ll find clear, no-nonsense explanations of the most frequent garden problems—from early blight on your tomatoes to blossom end rot in your peppers—and practical organic methods to keep them at bay. Whether you’re a seasoned grower or just planting your first seeds, these strategies will help you recognize issues early, protect your crops naturally, and enjoy a thriving, healthy garden season after season.

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Preventing Plant Disease: Simple Steps for a Healthy Heirloom Garden

Preventing Disease is Much Easier than Treatment

Preventing Plant Disease: Simple Steps for a Healthy Heirloom Garden
Three leaves infected with with powdery mildew showing different signs and symptoms. – St. Clare Heirloom Seeds

Preventing plant disease in your healthy heirloom garden is much easier than treatment. Isn’t this the truth in so many things? The old adage “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” rings true in the garden, too. Treating a problem with plant disease is much harder than taking some precautionary steps ahead of time. And, if you wait until it’s too late, you may lose the battle and all your hard work will be lost.

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