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 Plant Problem Diagnosis
How should you collect a sample?
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Select plant material that is showing symptoms of concern and submit various stages of the problem, especially the early stages.
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Many problems originate belowground in and around roots-- include roots and soil for more accurate diagnosis!
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Please do not submit dead, dry, decayed or rotted samples as they provide insufficient material for diagnosis.
What information should you provide?
- Detailed information about plant and its cultural care:
- type of plant, age, condition of surrounding plants
- site description (drainage, exposure, weather), irrigation
- pesticide and fertilizer use (type, rate, date)
Download appropriate form:
For ornamental/ home yard plant problems, use Form C1006
For commercial crops, use Form C0084
How much does this service cost?
Information inquiries….….....…… $25
Plant problem diagnosis……...… $40
Note: Special tests may incur additional fees.
We accept payment by cash or check only. Please make checks payable to WSU Puyallup Plant Clinic.
How should you package your specimens for shipment?
- Use a sturdy box for shipping. Wrap fleshy material (such as fruits, bulbs, or tubers) in dry paper towels or newspaper. Place roots and associated soil in a plastic bag. Include padding to prevent injury during shipping.
Where should you submit your samples?
Mail packages to:
WSU Puyallup Plant Clinic
2606 West Pioneer
Puyallup, WA 98371-4998
Please DO NOT mail on a Friday or before any national holiday because the specimens may deteriorate in transit or over the weekend.
In person: The Plant Clinic is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Click here for map and directions.
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EXAMPLES
Wilting, yellowing, or dieback: Dig up and submit whole plants (with roots).
Potted plants: Send the whole plant, including roots and soil.
Fruit, leaves, flowers, twigs or branches: Send specimens showing diseased and healthy tissue.
Vascular wilt of trees (Verticillium wilt or Dutch elm disease): Send several branch sections that are ½ to 1 inch in diameter and about 8 inches long from branches with wilting or yellowing leaves.
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