It is a good practice to avoid using plant material that shows signs of root disease.

It is a good practice to avoid using plant material that shows signs of root disease.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Not sure
• D. Depends

Answer: (A)

Preventing spread of root pathogens is the main idea here. Root diseases can hitch a ride on planting material and then infect new turf areas once transplanted. Diseased roots may harbor fungi and other pathogens that persist in soil, mulch, or on tools, making it easy for infection to spread to healthy plants. By choosing disease-free stock, inspecting roots for signs such as discoloration, softness, rot, or foul smells, and disposing of any suspect material, you reduce the chance of introducing pathogens into your turf and improve the likelihood of healthy, vigorous establishment. Tools and equipment should be cleaned and sanitized to prevent any transfer. In practice, using plant material that shows signs of root disease is avoided, so the statement is true.

Preventing spread of root pathogens is the main idea here. Root diseases can hitch a ride on planting material and then infect new turf areas once transplanted. Diseased roots may harbor fungi and other pathogens that persist in soil, mulch, or on tools, making it easy for infection to spread to healthy plants. By choosing disease-free stock, inspecting roots for signs such as discoloration, softness, rot, or foul smells, and disposing of any suspect material, you reduce the chance of introducing pathogens into your turf and improve the likelihood of healthy, vigorous establishment. Tools and equipment should be cleaned and sanitized to prevent any transfer. In practice, using plant material that shows signs of root disease is avoided, so the statement is true.