Natural Disease Control (21st-Century Gardening Series) [Paperback]

Brooklyn Botanic Garden (Author), Beth Hanson (Editor)

Book Description

Series: 21st-Century Gardening Series | Publication Date: September 1, 2000

Home gardeners can diagnose plant diseases correctly and treat them effectively using the least toxic methods available with the information provided in this comprehensive book. The ecologically minded gardener will understand the complex nature of plant pathogens and learn to identify symptoms of diseases and disorders. Information about the most common and devastating plant diseases that afflict trees, turf grasses, vegetables, and ornamental plants is given. Although a preventive approach is stressed, should diseases get a foothold, this book contains a thorough discussion of the range of the least toxic disease controls. Many of the remedies can be mixed from readily available ingredients and, when used responsibly, will protect the gardener and the environment.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Written by various regional plant pathology experts, this companion volume to Natural Insect Control addresses numerous diseases that affect plants in all areas of the country. Not surprisingly, all the authors deem prevention the best cure, and they outline preemptive methods for ornamental plants, vegetables, turf grass and trees. The section on Nine Keys to Disease Prevention offers gardeners advice beyond the simplistic, familiar tips by discussing how plants react to diseases and the stages at which plants are most vulnerable to problems. The experts discuss disease identification and the difference between bacteria, viruses, fungi and nematodes. Problems caused by such environmental problems as pollution, faulty moisture (excessive or inadequate), chemicals and nutrients' availability in soils also merit attention. In addition to narrative chapters, the book contains a lengthy section of charts detailing specific problems, their prevention, and numerous natural controls such as Neem oil and creative uses of vinegar, baking soda and compost tea when prevention alone is insufficient to deter insects disease. Illustrations of diseased plants, a list of suppliers, organized by region, for disease-resistant plants and for biological control substances, as well as an informative reference source for additional information, increase the value of this practical book. (Sept.)
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From Library Journal

This handbook covers the natural prevention and control of the most commonly found plant diseases occurring across the United States. (Such regionally limited diseases as oak root armillariaDa significant problem in the WestDare not treated.) Diagnostic charts of plant problems are followed by descriptions accompanied by color illustrations. The book offers recommendations for the least toxic methods of disease control and describes innovative methods not previously covered by other natural disease prevention books for the home gardener. A useful list of suppliers and additional information resources conclude the book. Indispensable and authoritative (the contributors are plant pathologists and other experts), this resource belongs in all gardening collections.DBrian Lym, City Coll. of San Francisco
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Brooklyn Botanic Garden (September 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1889538175
• ISBN-13: 978-1889538174
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.5 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,001,649 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #31 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Home & Garden > Gardening & Horticulture > Reference
  • #60 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Science > Agricultural Sciences > General

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0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars not quite what I ordered, November 10, 2008

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Von G. (MD) - See all my reviews

The book I received was marred by labels and markings which said it was discontinued and removed from a library. Had I known, I would not have purchased it. The seller should have noted its condition in the description..

I expressed my disappointment to the seller but have not received a response.

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Natural Disease Control by by Beth Hanson, February 23, 2006

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This review is from: Natural Disease Control (21st-Century Gardening Series) (Paperback)

The book is very informative and easy to read. I have followed some of the instructions in treating my plants and I am very impressed with the results. I recommend this book to anyone who have an interest in gardening.