Oklahoma Garden Planning Guide

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Garden Planning Guide. David Hillock. Extension Consumer Horticulturist. Brenda Simons. Extension Consumer Horticulturist. Well-planned, properly managed …

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Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources ?Oklahoma State University
F-6004
Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Fact Sheets
are also available on our website at:
http://www.osuextra.com
6004-4
Common Garden Problems
Symptoms Possible Causes Corrective Measures
Plants stunted in growth; Lack of soil fertility or soil pH Use fertilizer and correct pH according to soil test.
yellow colored foliage. abnormal Use 2 to 3 pounds of complete fertilizer per
100 square feet in absence of soil test.
Plants growing in compacted, Modify soil with organic matter,
poorly drained soil coarse sand. Provide surface drainage.
Insect or disease damage; Use recommended control treatments.
Root Knot Nematode
Iron deficiency Apply iron to soil or foliage. Correct soil pH.
Plants stunted in growth; Low temperature Plant at proper time. Do not use light-colored
purplish colored leaf veins. mulch too early in the season.
Inadequate phosphorus Apply phosphorus at soil test recommendation.
Holes in leaves; leaves Damage by insects Use recommended insecticide treatment.
yellowish and drooping,
or distorted in shape.
Plant leaves with spots; Plant disease Use resistant varieties, remove diseased plants
dead, dried areas; or when noticed and use recommended control
powdery or rusty areas. treatments.
Plants wilt even…