Practical answer
Which photos should I bring to a garden centre for pest or plant diagnosis?
Good photos reduce guesswork and make it easier to avoid buying the wrong product.
Useful photo set
- Whole plant from a normal distance.
- Close-up of the damaged leaves, stems, buds, fruit, or soil surface.
- Leaf underside and new growth.
- Pot, bed, soil, mulch, and drainage area.
- Irrigation dripper, timer, or watering source if relevant.
- Nearby plants with or without similar symptoms.
Useful context to write down
- How long the plant has been there.
- Sun exposure and whether it is in wind or reflected heat.
- Watering frequency and recent changes.
- Any product already used.