Plant questions

Real questions from home gardeners, the kind people post with a worried photo, answered by GrowPls: what's likely going on, what to do about it, and when to worry.

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  tomato

  What plant is this seedling I planted?

  The seedlings in the photo are tomato plants. Give them strong sun, a bigger pot or bed, and support as they grow taller.

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  squash

  What are the small black bugs on my squash flowers and stems?

  Those tiny dark insects clustered on the buds and young stems are aphids. Rinse them off with a strong spray of water, then treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil if they keep coming back.

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  eggplant (brinjal)

  What plant is this with purple fruits and star-shaped flowers?

  This is an eggplant plant, also called brinjal. Give it plenty of sun, a bigger pot or ground space, and regular feeding for better growth and more fruits.

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