Do not plant infected material
Agrobacterium tumefaciens
About Do not plant infected material
Agrobacterium tumefaciens causes crown gall disease, characterized by tumor-like galls forming at the base of shrubs and woody plants. These galls disrupt nutrient flow, leading to stunted growth and decline. Homeowners in Middle Tennessee, including areas like Franklin and Brentwood, should avoid planting infected material to prevent spreading this bacterial pathogen in their landscapes.
Do not plant infected material (Agrobacterium tumefaciens) is a landscape pest commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Landscape Pests identification guide.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter Do not plant infected material regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward effective pest management that protects both your turf and your landscape plantings.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Do not plant infected material
- Scientific Name
- Agrobacterium tumefaciens
- Category
- Landscape Pest
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
