septoria lycopersici It is a fungus attacking only tomato and potato. Circular spots with dark-brown margins appear scattered over the leaves. Later, the spots enlarge and coalesce, and black dots appear in their centers. Heavily infected leaves turn yellow, wither, and fall off. Chlorothalonil Cyproconazole Azoxystrobin Mancozeb Organic: Copper Hydroxide It helps prevent the germination …
Cucumber is a type of gourd plant that requires little maintenance and is easy to grow. The stem of the plant is long, and there are two types of cucumbers: greenhouse and outdoor. The greenhouse variety produces long and smooth fruits without needing pollination, making it easier to grow. On the other hand, outdoor cucumbers are shorter and fatter and usually have rough skin or thorns. These cucumbers require pollination, which is done by insects and bees. There are four types of cucumbers: Beit Alpha, Slicer, Dutch, and Baby. Cucumber seeds need a warm planting medium and can take up to a month to grow into seedlings that can be transplanted. The plants can be grown in pots or in soil, and irrigation is necessary for their growth. Overwatering and a lack of irrigation can have negative effects on cucumber growth. Trellising is also used to save space and access the plants. Most of the cucumbers take between 50 to 60 days from seed to harvest.
Blossom end rot (BER)- A common garden problem that often occurs on both green and ripe fruits of tomato, pepper and watermelon. It is characterized as brown, leathery rot developing on or near the blossom end of the fruit. The reason is lack of Calcium arriving at the fruit. It is usually thought of as …
Mycorrhizae are a type of beneficial symbiotic association between plant roots and certain fungi. The benefits of mycorrhiza are numerous and essential for the health and growth of plants. These fungi form a network of fine threads that extend out into the soil, allowing the plant to access nutrients and water that would otherwise be …
Soil nematodes are a diverse group of microscopic worms that play an essential role in the soil ecosystem. They belong to the phylum Nematoda and are found in almost all types of soils, from the depths of the ocean floor to the topsoil of forests and agricultural fields. Soil nematodes have a slender, cylindrical body …
Care of citrus trees planting Plant all year round, but it is better to plant in the spring, because in the warm seasons the establishment and growth are prolonged and vigorous. location Citrus trees are planted in a place with full sun and not in the lawn. In the grass they will suffer from excess …
Many fruit-bearing trees maintain a complete change of leaves, in a regular annual cycle. Therefore, every year they are dormant and their branches are exposed without leaves for several weeks or months. In a cycle of dormancy and shedding with awakening and blooming, they bloom for a short and defined period. They are also characterized …
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Growing cactuses can be a fun and rewarding experience for any plant lover. These unique plants have adapted to survive in the harshest of environments, making them a great addition to any home or garden. In this article, we will discuss the various aspects of growing cactuses and how to care for them to ensure …
Roses are perennials that originate in Asia, and can last for years in your garden if cared for. There are many types of roses: dwarf, tall, climbing, and thorny. There are also about 250 different varieties of roses and they are all characterized by a flower at the end of the branch. They can be …
Ants plague afflicts almost every home, and today there are tools to resolve and minimize the nuisance. Pesticides against ants at home, will usually be by applying a gel that will serve as bait for the ants and thus make them eat from it, transfer it into their nest and eliminate them. Ants in the …
