[CH] Several questions

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I've observed some things in my 'adventures in agriculture' and was
wondering if any of you fine folks had insights you would like to share.

I have noticed two different kinds of blossom-drop, one where the flower
blooms and withers, the stem yellows and whats left of the flower and stem
both eventually fall off, when the other type happens the petals fall off as
an entire unit appearing to take the anther with it leaving the stamen
intact.  I would assume they have different causes, but the classic causes,
too much nitrogen and high temperatures don't weem to apply.  The plants are
well-protected from the wind, I haven't given the plants any nitrogen in
several weeks (the majority of these plants are in well drained containers)
and daytime temperatures in the garden plot rarely bump 80°F with nighttime
temperatures in the 55°F to 65°F range. Any thoughts, info.

And for you entomology buffs;  Is lawn grass a known host for spider mites?
In the information I have found on spider mites lawn grass isn't listed,
however, when I go out to water on dewy mornings I see small, rambling webs
in the lawn that look suspiciously like spider mite webs. To nuke or not to
nuke?!?

Any information, insights, suggestions will be graciously received and
wholeheartedy appreciated.

In Chiles,

Doug

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