In many cases, blueberry plants will undergo the natural process of their leaves turning red simply because of the turning of the seasons. You can expect the leaves to turn reddish-brown as fall comes. This is a completely normal process and shouldn’t be cause for alarm. Instead, take ca...
Cutting open the buds and inspecting the internal tissues is how you can determine the damage. If tissues are brown, dark brown, or black, there is likely damage or loss. Other times, damage may show itself in misshapen fruit or fungal diseases. Step 6: Protect Against Critters Use methods...
“Willow”, Pantone 16-0632 but turning to “Pecan Brown”, Pantone 17-1430 in winter on parts exposed to direct sunlight. Color of 1-year-old, rough bark observed in mid-December. Mottled, changing from ‘Pecan Brown’, Pantone 17-1430 to “Maple Sugar”, Pantone 15-1316. Color of ...
Endodormancy is the stage that perennial plants must go through to prepare for the next seasonal cycle, and it is also an adaptation that allows plants to survive harsh winters. Blueberries (Vaccinium spp.) are known to have high nutritional and commerci
A. alternata-infested berries display soft tissues along with a whitish, airy mycelium on the fruit surface; after two to three days, the hyphae fatten up and become olive green, brown, or black [13,14,15]. Countermeasures aimed at prevention of postharvest fungal fruit decay traditionally ...
Brown spots might suggest pests or overwatering. Use pest control methods if you notice bugs on your plants. Ensure good air circulation to prevent mold growth around the seedlings. Adjust pH levels in the soil if plants don’t seem to thrive. Understanding these potential issues will help...