Powdery mildew is among the most widespread plant diseases and is easily recognized by its white growth that covers foliage like a dusting of flour. This group of fungal pathogens affects hundreds of ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Whether you’re a novice or avid gardener, discovering your greenery is dealing with a disease is never a pleasant surprise. One ...

Although our relatively dry climate limits many fungal diseases, powdery mildew remains a common and persistent problem in ...

If a white, dusty coating suddenly appears on your houseplant’s leaves, don’t panic—but don’t ignore it. “Powdery mildew is a type of fungal infection that affects plants,” says Bex Claire Hamell, ...

Protect plants from powdery mildew by making a spray with this common kitchen item. Here's how to do it.

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Now is the time of year, you’re likely to notice problem insects and plant diseases in your garden. With warmer than average temps, the threat of drought, notwithstanding ...

Although our relatively dry climate limits many fungal diseases, powdery mildew remains a common and persistent problem in ...

It often affects woody plants like crape myrtles and dogwoods, as well as various perennials and vegetables. Preventative measures include thinning vegetation for better airflow and avoiding overhead ...

A new North Carolina State University study pinpoints the worldwide spread of a fungus that taints blueberry plants with powdery mildew, a disease that reduces blueberry yield and encourages the use ...

A global fungal invader is threatening blueberries everywhere. NC State researchers found that Erysiphe vaccinii, the culprit behind powdery mildew, has escaped its U.S. roots and spread across ...