Red crown rot stems from a fungus that lives in the soil. It's first confirmed case in Missouri was last year.

A study led by a global research consortium offers new hope for patients with mycetoma, a neglected tropical disease.

Even the most meticulously cared for lawn can sometimes fall prey to ugly rust fungus. Instead of reaching for chemicals, try ...

The color of your lawn provides vital clues about its health. A lawn that is brown from the tips down is suffering from drought stress.

Ticks are eight-legged insects the size of an apple seed that hang out on low-growing plants, waiting to bite a mammal passing by. Besides being annoying, the bloodsuckers are dangerous: They can ...

The heat of summer can be hard on lawns. Mow regularly, keeping cool-season lawns like bluegrass and fescue at 3 to 3½ inches ...

Wet weather during the hot summer or cooler winter months can cause disease problems for our lawns and shrubs.

Although times and frequencies can vary depending on the type of grass you have, it's typically best to water it in the ...

Ninebarks are attractive in any landscape, but they can be susceptible to powdery mildew, a fungal disease. Powdery mildew ...

Brown patches in your lawn can be caused by a insects, pet urine, drought, heat, or a fungus. Learn how to prevent brown ...

Gary says that when the lawn gets stressed, disease can progress and thrive. He says you should avoid watering your lawn at ...

Pests cause visible damage like chewed grass and soil disruption, while diseases show up as discolored or fuzzy patches from fungi. Diagnosing the issue is key—use soap flushes for pests and check ...