HOR 238 - Plant Problem Diagnosis

Lecture Hours: 2
Credit Hours: 2

Covers the basic principles of plant problem diagnosis in landscapes and gardens, based on available symptoms and signs. Focuses on distinguishing cultural and environmental problems from those caused by organisms, and mitigating those problems. Introduces the identification of specific biotic causes of plant problems, including fungal, bacterial, and viral plant diseases, insect pests, and vertebrate pest problems. Includes local examples. Identifies book and web-based resources for problem identification.