Abies koreana--Korean Fir
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ABIES INSECTS
The balsam twig aphid feeds on the new growth of fir causing distorted needles and deposits of honeydew. Trees can tolerate fairly heavy infestations for a short period of time but are weakened by repeated heavy infestations. Sprays of Orthene or ... [... more]
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ABIES DISEASES
Needle and twig blight caused by Rehmiellopsis balsamae results in the shriveling and reddening of the new growth. The needles of current seasons growth are curled and dead. Terminal growth and some laterals may be killed. No chemical control is ... [... more]
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Abutilon - Flowering Maple
Flowering maple can become a large plant. It requires a sunny growing area and a porous, well drained, evenly moist soil. During the winter the plant may be kept somewhat drier. The plant drops its lower leaves if not properly fed. An equal ... [... more]
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ABUTILON INSECTS
Whitefly is named for the adult, a small, white fly. The immature whitefly is a small, almost translucent scale- like insect. This insect is hard to control. Use a house plant spray specially formulated for whitefly. Mites are very small and are ... [... more]
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ABUTILON DISEASES
Mosaic causes leaf variegations which are considered ornamental. The disease is spread by insects. Controlling the insects is the only way to control the disease. Home Improvement Topics Suppliers Doors Knobs Tile Aluminum Siding Lighting Porch ... [... more]
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Acalypha hispida - Chenille Plant, Foxtails
Chenille plant prefers full sun in winter, but bright light with protection from direct sun in summer. Water actively growing plants when the soil begins to dry. In winter, allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Keep water off the ... [... more]
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Acalypha wilkesiana - Copper Leaf
Copper leaf grows well in low to medium light but the foliage color is better in brighter light. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings and keep the plant drier during winter. Best growth occurs at temperatures from 60 degrees to 85 ... [... more]
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ACALYPHA DISEASES
Odema causes rust colored swellings on the leaves. The problem is worse on overwatered plants or in excessively humid environments. Try increasing the light exposure and a slight reduction in watering. Leaf spots may be seen on copper leaf but ... [... more]
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Acanthopanax sieboldianus--Five-Fingered Aralia
Acanthopanax tolerates shade, dust, rocky soil and drought. Normally the branches are upright near the base and arching toward the tips. The plant may be sheared and has no particular soil preference. Acanthopanax holds its leaves well into fall, ... [... more]
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Acer palmatum--Japanese Maple
Japanese maple is grown for its colored leaves, interesting growth habit and fine leaf texture. This large shrub or small tree tends to leaf out early, so it may be injured by spring frosts. Variegated types are a bit more difficult to grow and ... [... more]
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Acer carpinifolium--Hornbeam Maple
The hornbeam maple 30 feet tall at maturity. The botanical and common names refer to the resemblance of the leaves to the leaves of trees in the genus carpinus. The tree is hardy and has an upright growth habit. Hornbeam maple is vase shaped and ... [... more]
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