: any of various plant diseases characterized by decay of the roots and caused especially by fungi
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Recent Examples on the WebTo avoid root rot, allow soil to dry out between waterings. Sarah Karnasiewicz, WSJ, 8 Sep. 2022 What are your best recommendations for pest control, fertilizer, possible treatment for root rot or other possible problems?oregonlive, 14 Nov. 2021 Too much water causes root rot and can kill plants. Nicole Sours Larson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Aug. 2022 Without proper aeration and drainage, plants may suffer from root rot or yellowing leaves. Lily Gray, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2022 This essential step prevents overwatering and decreases the likelihood of plant root rot and bacterial infections. Janece Maze, Country Living, 23 May 2022 Lombardy poplars have very short life expectancies due to cottonwood borers and cotton root rot. Neil Sperry, San Antonio Express-News, 11 Mar. 2022 Augustine ascending elms have lace bug issues and cotton root rot. Neil Sperry, San Antonio Express-News, 11 Mar. 2022 Regretfully reducing the water may not be the answer to what is now a root rot problem. Tom Maccubbin, orlandosentinel.com, 22 Jan. 2022 See More