What is a DIY Bordeaux fungicide? For starters, there are three kinds of fungicide out there. Chemical fungicides are fast-acting but can harm beneficial plants and insects, with the risk of some plants building up a tolerance if one recipe is used too often. Organic fungicides, such as neem oil, take longer to work and … Read more
Fungi cause the majority of plant diseases. The chemicals which kill or inhibit fungi are called fungicides. Fungicides protect seeds from decay and tender seedlings from damping-off, seedling blights, and smuts. Fungicide sprays and dust ward off the following diseases, such as: Leaf spots Blights Scabs Mildews Rusts Anthracnose Smuts and many others Soil applications … Read more
There’s a long list of reasons why you should avoid chemical insecticides. Superbugs, risks to beneficial insects, and other consequences often outweigh the benefits. However, neem oil is a natural alternative that has proven effective against a wide range of pests while posing minimal risk. When applied as a soil soak, this already amazing extract … Read more