Plant Diseases

THE GARDEN SCOOP: Aster Yellow or Mites???

THE GARDEN SCOOP: Aster Yellow or Mites???

July 27, 2023

What is that weird growth? The fear that creeps in when you see some weird growth on an otherwise beautiful coneflower is real!

Summer Patch – Turf Disease

Summer Patch – Turf Disease

July 17, 2023

Summer Patch is a lawn disease that is active during the summer when turfgrass roots are growing very slowly. The experts at Gertens offer advice on symptoms, how to manage it, and how to prevent it for next time!

Growing Great Tomatoes

Growing Great Tomatoes

May 14, 2021

The experts at Gertens provide the top tomato growing practices for your home garden!

THE GARDEN SCOOP: Tiptoe Into Spring Cleanup

THE GARDEN SCOOP: Tiptoe Into Spring Cleanup

April 4, 2021

This edition of The Garden Scoop offers tips on Spring cleanup from taking care of your soil to watching out for those spring weeds!

What’s the Difference Between Grey and Pink Snow Mold

What’s the Difference Between Grey and Pink Snow Mold

December 18, 2020

Gray and Pink Snow Mold become active under the snow and can be hard to differentiate. The experts at Gertens help determine the difference and offer advice on treatments and preventions.

Repairing Winter Lawn Damage

Repairing Winter Lawn Damage

December 17, 2020

Our Minnesota lawns can take a beating over winter, emerging in spring with damage from voles, road salt and snow mold. Gertens has professional tips for repairing winter lawn damage.

December 16, 2020

Impatiens Downy Mildew

Impatiens downy mildew can be devestating. The experts at Gertens offer information and prevention techniques!

Controlling Powdery Mildew

Controlling Powdery Mildew

December 14, 2020

Powdery mildew is a fungal disease that attacks a wide variety of woody shrubs and plants. The experts at Gertens provide helpful tips and tactics against powdery mildew.

Crabapple Scab Disease and Control

Crabapple Scab Disease and Control

December 2, 2020

Crabapple scab disease develops from a fungus. It is the most common disease among apples and crabapples in Minnesota. Learn how to keep your trees healthy and scab-free.

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