This handbook is an illustrated plant encyclopedia that lists the symptoms and solutions for major problems of over two hundred popular plants; features identification guides to insects and diseases that plague plants; and lists acceptable organic control techniques and products.

Preventing problems by promoting plant health --A plant-by-plant problem-solving guide -- Understanding insects, mites, and diseases -- Guide to garden pests and their natural enemies -- Guide to disease symptoms -- Choosing the right strategies and products -- Keeping pests away from plants -- Biological controls -- Organic sprays and dusts.