The Native Garden Doctor

Watching your precious native plants die because of attack from pests and diseases can be heartbreaking. In their natural environment most Australian species are seldom devastated by insects and diseases. However, when they are isolated in home gardens they are more likely to be affected.

The Native Garden Doctor explains how to minimise the risk of problems with wise plant selection and proper care. Most insects and diseases are not dangerous and require no treatment, but there are some which cause degeneration and even the death of the plant.

This book explains how to identify the problem, and with clear and detailed diagrams and photographs shows you how to treat it. All the environmentally safe options are explained.

• A Short Introduction to Trees and Shrubs • Establishing Your Garden • How the Changing Environment Affects Plants • Identifying and Controlling Common Pests • Leaf-eating Insects • Borers • Sap-sucking Insects • Common Diseases • Parasitic Plants • Pruning, Treating Wounds, Removing Plants • Garden Sprays.