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Gardener's Companion to Pests and Diseases: A Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment & Prevention

By (author) Royal Botanic Gardens Kew

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Discover simple and effective solutions for common garden pests and diseases from the experts at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.  From aphids to ants, the ever-persistent slugs and snails, leaf spot, fruit rot and much more, dealing with garden pests and diseases is a problem that all gardeners struggle with. As we have become aware of the harm that traditional pesticides can cause to the wider environment, as well as the importance of biodiversity, it has become more complex than ever. How do we protect and care for our plants while also gardening in an environmentally-friendly way? In this fully-illustrated guide, the experts from Kew share their simple tips and techniques for prevention as well as clear advice for treating established problems. Written with the benefit of your whole garden in mind, this book focuses on practical ways to work with nature so that you can create and maintain a thriving garden. Covering almost 100 problems, the experts at Kew introduce each pest and disease, explain the conditions in which they occur, how to catch them at early stages, and how to react when it takes hold. Start your journey to better plant health and a thriving garden today with this comprehensive reference – essential reading for every gardener. 

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Normally shipped | Forthcoming
Publisher | Quarto Publishing PLC
Published date | 22 Jan 2026
Language |
Format | Hardback
Pages | 176
Dimensions | 215 x 160 x 0mm (L x W x H)
Weight | 750g
ISBN | 978-0-7112-8890-4
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BISAC | nature / plants
Expected | 22 Jan 2026

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