{"content":{"items":[{"id":"409","name":"Chemical labels explained","image":"/getmedia/71B643FC-FCC4-4DE8-B74D-689BAC470894/PUB0009020_204518","url":"/advice/profile?PID=409","description":"Pest, disease and weed control can be made easier with the targeted use of chemicals. Before using or even buying garden chemicals, it is important to read the label; this contains vital information on how to use the product safely and effectively.","label":"Chemicals"},{"id":"679","name":"Herbs: growing","image":"/getmedia/F79A88FC-03B6-479C-8827-21C6C7828BE0/RHS_PUB0004485_412531","url":"/advice/profile?PID=679","description":"A continuous medley of aromatic, fresh herbs are easy to grow and harvest, adding vibrant flavours and texture to any meal.","label":"Herbs"},{"id":"440","name":"Chemicals: using a sprayer","image":"/getmedia/56455AFF-DEBF-42CD-96C5-FCFF1F242ACA/PUB0005749_798962","url":"/advice/profile?PID=440","description":"Sprayers are available in most garden centres and DIY chains, and make it much easier to apply weedkillers, insecticides and other sprays to a large area than using ready-to-use packs with nozzles.","label":"Chemicals"},{"id":"850","name":"Alder leaf beetle","image":"/getmedia/49F8E3ED-280F-4E1A-9744-1FF3A6225DAF/RHS_SCN0004669_551385","url":"/advice/profile?PID=850","description":"The metallic blue alder leaf beetle (Agelastica alni) feeds on the leaves of alder trees. It has recently become re-established in some parts of England after an absence of more than 60 years.","label":"Pests"},{"id":"309","name":"Chemicals: using safely and effectively","image":"/getmedia/935A1D9C-DB61-41E2-9135-BF153082362A/PUB0009022_289527","url":"/advice/profile?PID=309","description":"Plants often require protecting from pests, diseases and competitive weeds. Consider non-chemical solutions first, but if a chemical control is used, follow the instructions accurately to ensure that people, pets and the wider environment are kept safe.
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The beetle is of widespread occurrence on the mainland of Europe and it may spread further in Britain.","label":"Pests"},{"id":"454","name":"Broad bean seed beetle","image":"/getmedia/A8817290-7925-4F2B-86C7-3E576CBC20B9/broadbeanbeetlewebsize_505415","url":"/advice/profile?PID=454","description":"Broad bean seed beetle can be found in dry broad bean seeds, it is most likely to be seen by gardeners who save their own seed.","label":"Pests"},{"id":"761","name":"Citrus and Asian longhorn beetles","image":"/getmedia/3C283519-2C34-4620-90F6-854FC5C3B051/longhorn_322200","url":"/advice/profile?PID=761","description":"Citrus longhorn beetle, Anoplophora chinensis, and Asian longhorn beetle, A. glabripennis, are non-native wood-boring pests that can cause serious damage to a wide range of broad-leaved trees and shrubs. These beetles are not established in Britain and are quarantine pests in the European Union. Any sightings should be reported via Tree Alert. ","label":"Pests"},{"id":"509","name":"Figwort weevils","image":"/getmedia/8BDAAEEF-EE75-4E4B-8C8C-A9333FCF00D6/SCN0006386_615506","url":"/advice/profile?PID=509","description":"Figwort weevil adults and larvae feed on the shoot tips and flowers of figworts, buddleia, Phygelius and Verbascum.","label":"Pests"},{"id":"127","name":"Lavender","image":"/getmedia/F99A277E-FCF3-4E73-8C5D-9210C0F2D5BD/WSY0078483_61495","url":"/advice/profile?PID=127","description":"Lavender (Lavandula) is an easy to grow, evergreen shrub that produces masses of beautifully scented flowers above green or silvery-grey foliage. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in a sunny border, container, herb or gravel gardens.","label":"Growing guides"},{"id":"510","name":"Flea beetles on brassicas and allied plants","image":"/getmedia/F5CA3161-EE5A-4737-A263-B0C770BE32CC/SCN0006347_383090","url":"/advice/profile?PID=510","description":"Some species of flea beetle feed on the leaves of all brassicas and related plants, such as rocket, radish, swede and turnip. The result is a peppering of holes that looks unsightly, particularly on salad leaves. Some ornamental plants, such as wallflowers can also be damaged.","label":"Pests"},{"id":"945","name":"Fuchsia flea beetle","image":"/getmedia/38A6C2A1-D1DD-4B1A-90D9-CA22CC3C7CF2/RHS_SCN0006348-Fuchsia-flea_477439","url":"/advice/profile?PID=945","description":"Metallic blue fuchsia flea beetle adults and their black larvae can feed on the leaves of fuchsias, occasionally resulting in severe defoliation.","label":"Pests"},{"id":"521","name":"Ground beetles and rove beetles","image":"/getmedia/0843CC06-78ED-41CC-805C-F206BDDC2FED/SCN0006394_961960","url":"/advice/profile?PID=521","description":"Many insects found in gardens do not feed on plants these include insects such as ground and rove beetles most of which are predatory.","label":"Pests"},{"id":"553","name":"Lily beetle","image":"/getmedia/FFCC795E-0B42-41E7-BD17-0B43FB52D1E1/SCN0001903Lilybeetleadult_877366","url":"/advice/profile?PID=553","description":"Lilies (Lilium species and hybrids), giant lilies (Cardiocrinum species) and fritillaries (Fritillaria species) can be defoliated by the common and widespread lily beetle.","label":"Pests"},{"id":"799","name":"Pollen beetles","image":"/getmedia/CD97B5E2-179E-4044-86F7-0535A7C2DDFB/RHS_scn0005423_790519","url":"/advice/profile?PID=799","description":"Pollen beetles are sometimes abundant in flowers but are not usually damaging.","label":"Pests"},{"id":"522","name":"Raspberry beetle","image":"/getmedia/F85E98A1-A9BA-40E6-8D58-C878B6587C22/SCN0006345_980614","url":"/advice/profile?PID=522","description":"The grubs of raspberry beetle can damage the fruits of raspberry, blackberry and other cane fruits.","label":"Pests"},{"id":"556","name":"Viburnum beetle","image":"/getmedia/D183110D-4847-4E02-9F24-8424C421E489/RHS_SCN0001566vibleaf_856614","url":"/advice/profile?PID=556","description":"Viburnum beetle can cause severe defoliation of some Viburnum species, especially V. tinus and V. opulus.","label":"Pests"},{"id":"234","name":"Vine weevil","image":"/getmedia/1673F3A3-29B1-4720-A436-B720ECD54CC7/SCN0006366_724969","url":"/advice/profile?PID=234","description":"Vine weevil is an insect that can feed on a wide range of ornamental plants and fruits, especially those grown in containers. Adult vine weevils eat leaves and the grubs eat roots.","label":"Pests"},{"id":"827","name":"Waterlily pests","image":"/getmedia/9310587B-C711-4938-91A4-184674CEF87D/RHS_SCN0004006_595849","url":"/advice/profile?PID=827","description":"The leaves of waterlilies can be affected by aphids, moth larvae, beetles or midges which can give them a ragged appearance and lead to secondary rots.","label":"Pests"},{"id":"828","name":"Willow leaf beetles","image":"/getmedia/647F7695-DD1E-4C69-8C00-B7D44B8F4B34/RHS_SCN0005172_willow_506094","url":"/advice/profile?PID=828","description":"The feeding activities of bronzy green or bluish black beetles and their black larvae can cause foliage of willows, aspen and poplars to dry up and turn brown.","label":"Pests"}]},"type":"AdviceProfileCarousel"}

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