BBC Gardeners' World

Problem solving

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  Moss

  Spreading, springy weed that inhibits the growth of grass.

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  Mould on lily bulbs

  Patches of mould appear on lily bulbs.

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  Mullein moth

  Circular holes verbascum, buddleia and figwort leaves.

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  Nail gall

  Tubular yellowish or red growths on lime tree leaves.

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  New Zealand flatworms

  Large worms that eat our native earthworms.

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  Pea and bean weevils

  U-shaped holes on edges of broad bean and pea leaves.

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  Peach leaf curl

  Distorted, reddish-coloured leaves on peach trees.

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  Pear leaf blister mite

  Yellow, red or green blisters on pear tree leaves.

How to

keep new and established plants well fed