Garden Notes
Damping Off

Retired MSU Extension Agent Dr. Lelia Kelly defines the gardening term damping off. Damping off is a disease that causes young plants to wilt and die. It is caused by a variety of pathogens, and usually happens when the conditions are damp and cool.

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