Plant pathologists study plant diseases, which can involve research, diagnosis of problems and advice on treatments
I work in plant diagnostics, which is a bit like being a GP for plants. I try to work out why a sick plant is unhealthy and what can be done to try and improve its condition or produce a cure.
Spend time looking at wild and garden plants, many of which suffer from diseases. Take an interest in these and try to work out what they are.
Although I received my training for this rule by studying for a PhD, many people who have been growing plants in their garden or on an allotment for a long time will also know a lot about what ails plants and what can be done to help them.
The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK’s leading gardening charity. We aim to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place.
