Pests Control
One of the most common problems found in every garden is pests.
Check up for the lists below regularly so that the plant does not get infected:
- Loose soil mounds
- Webs
- Chewed leaves with holes.
- Sap oozing
- Wilted Blackened
- Bugs
- Any droppings on ground or the plants
As the saying goes prevention of pests is the best cure. If serious problems occur take sample of it to local nursery for further help.
First of all, purchase the seeds & plants which are free of diseases & also pest resistant, keeping in mind of the labels of packaging for resistances in specific. Plants which are healthy tend to have the resistance toward pests & diseases.
For providing resistance naturally the plant should get maximum growth which can only be achieved to its optimum by providing a favorable growing up environment for the plants.
Provide enough & appropriate amount of sunlight to be received by the plants. The duration of the amount of sunlight to be received can vary from 6 hours to 8 hours daily.
Give a proper drainage & irrigate it only when its badly needed.
First treatment of pests can be done by mechanical sharp hoe which is considered the best all weeds. Even disposal of insects through picking up by the hands is more than sufficient for controlling it.
Diagnose any problem with assistance than go for chemical treatments only when necessary enough.