date:Aug 20, 2012
them with baby powder.
Powdery mildew is a fungus that makes its yearly appearance on many varieties of roses and other perennials and shrubs. It is very prevalent under the dry summer conditions we have. It attacks all new growth including buds, shoots and flowers, including the leaves. This disease can be serious on plants such as dahlias, roses, crape myrtles, penstemons and sycamores, just to name a few.
If your plants have been hit by this white, powdery-looking substance, or if you want