This spring has been relatively low key for greenhouse production issues. This Alert highlights some of the scattered problems observed during the past few weeks of grower visits. In most instances only a few plants were affected.
Species: Angelonia
Symptoms/Signs: Scattered necrotic spotting on the leaves.
Probable Cause: Leaf damage occurred when higher volumes of insecticide spray were applied to the plants closest to the aisle. Generally, spray phyto can be diagnosed based on spray records, the quick onset of symptoms after the chemical application, and the pattern of leaves [protected (covered) lower leaves without damage, the upper foliage with damage, and then after a few days the new foliage developing normally].
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