Tip: Plant lice – where are they?Plant lice are among the most frequent pests. In a natural garden we have a lot of small helpers. |
Tip: Powdery mildew – the "fair weather fungus"This fungus emerges after several days of fair weather. Clip all infested parts at once and collect those fallen to the ground; the spores may otherwise proliferate. |
Tip: Slug plagueWhen there are too many slugs, a combination of different methods will help. |
Tip: Slugs without frightSlugs may be annoying. Give in to use poisonous agents! |
Tip: How to avoid fungi on plantsPreventing fungous diseases like grey mould, rust or sooty moulds – that is possible. |
Tip: Fire blight is notifiable!For a conclusive diagnose a lab test is necessary. |
Tip: Cherry fruit flyWhite maggots at ripe cherries are the larvae of cherry fruit fly. |
Tip: How to detect fire blightThe same symptoms of the disease at host plants, but with different presentation according to species, climate or condition of plant. |
Tip: Downy mildew – the "foul weather fungus"The downy mildew is obstinate and quickly spreads. |
Tip: Powdery mildew – an old recipe helpsDilute whey or raw milk with water 1:9 and spray it on infested plants one or two times a week, in the early morning, intense noonday sun may cause gangrenous spots. |
