If you want your plants to be healthy, then you should keep your eyes on signs that something might go wrong.
One of such signs are galls - things that often show that your plants might be seriously ill.
Let's find out more about these things.
What are galls?
In gardening, "galls" are unusual growths that can appear on plants. They're sort of like lumps or bumps.
These galls are often caused by tiny insects or mites, and they can be a problem for plants.
No, let's find out more about why they can be damaging.
Disrupt Plant Growth
Galls are like little homes for insects or mites.
These critters lay their eggs inside the plant, and when the eggs hatch, the baby insects start to feed on the plant's tissues.
This can damage the plant and disrupt its normal growth.
Unsightly Appearance
Galls don't look very nice.
They can make a plant look weird or unattractive because they create these strange growths on the leaves, stems, or other parts of the plant.
Reduced Plant Health
When a plant has galls, it may not be as healthy as it should be. It might not grow as well, produce as many flowers or fruits, or be as strong.
Spread of Pests
Some insects or mites that create galls can also carry diseases that can harm other plants nearby.
So, if you have galls on one plant, they might spread pests and diseases to other plants in your garden.
Conclusion
To sum it up, galls are like strange bumps caused by tiny bugs or mites that can harm your plants by disrupting their growth, making them look ugly, and potentially spreading pests and diseases.
Gardeners often try to get rid of galls to keep their plants healthy and happy.
