The summer season often brings unpredictable weather, which can negatively affect your crops. During such days, plants require frequent watering, but overwatering can lead to fungal infections. Fungi thrive in damp and warm environments, so it’s essential to take steps to prevent the spread of these diseases.
Natural Remedies to Protect Plants
Here are some effective home remedies to help protect your crops:
- In 12 liters of water, dissolve 15 drops of iodine and sprinkle the solution on your bushes after harvesting.
- In 10 liters of water, dissolve 10 drops of iodine and sprinkle the bushes.
- Mix water with green tea and iodine in a 1:2 ratio. Apply this mixture inside the prepared bag to the bottom of the pagon, with the frame height at 10 cm. This method works well for tomatoes.
Protecting Cucumbers from Borer Mildew
Cucumbers are often attacked by borer mildew, which can easily destroy an entire plantation. One way to protect your plants is by using a hay stick, which creates endospores that prevent the growth of the fungus responsible for borer mildew. You can spot this mildew by its dark blue color with white spots.
To use this method, soak 4 kg of hay in water for 5 days. Once soaked, use the filtered water to sprinkle the plantings and water the soil.
These methods will help keep your cucumbers safe from borer mildew and protect your crop from root rot!
