Fighting Insects and Disease

Posted by Robert Dailey Jul 7, 2006

Aphids, borers, red spider mites and thrips are some of the insects and arachnids that can cause serious harm to the roses in your desert garden.

Additionally, there are fungal, bacteriological and viral diseases that can also devastate your roses.

Rose Pests and Diseases describes the symptoms for pest infestations, and how to manage them. Many of the methods for control are simple, easy and inexpensive.

The article also describes diseases like powdery mildew, canker, cane blight and crown gall. These are diseases known to infect roses in desert gardens. The article also describes how to fight these diseases, and how take preventive measures to avoid these types of infections.