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The
most damaging period is the larval or grub stage. The larvae are small,
C-shaped and creamy white with a light brown head and can be up to 10mm
long.
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The
adult feeds on a plant's foliage causing notches in the edges of the
leaves. They are difficult to spot as they feed mainly at night and
hide during the day. the damage usually becomes noticeable in the garden
in Spring but may appear at any time of the year in a greenhouse or
conservatory where the adults may stay active throughout the year.
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 Notches on the edges of the leaves |
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In
the early stages the larvae feed on the fine roots of the plant. As
they mature they feed on the larger roots, causing the plants to starve.
Symptoms reflect this root loss. The plant first yellows, then wilts
and, after enough damage, dies. There is a brief respite whilst the
grubs form a pupa and transform into an adult, to start the whole process
again.
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| Protecting Plants | ||||
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Vine Weevil are tough, resilient creatures, capable of shrugging off most attempts to kill them. Until now there has been no treatment which is truly convenient, effective, reliable and value for money. Fortunately there is now an easy to use product that can help to eliminate them from containers ... To protect susceptible plants in pots use a normal compost selected for the correct use & water PBI Pest Free insecticide. For more info see: www.vine.weevil.org.uk |
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Give
your patio plants a health check
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To get the best out of any container grown plant it should be re-potted into fresh compost each spring before the main growth and flowering period. Whilst doing this, inspect all the plants for any sign of pest infestation or damage. If grubs are found, bag up the compost, do not empty it into any flower beds, or compost heaps; dispose of in a dustbin. Where plants have become pot-bound, gently tease out the outer roots and re-pot into a larger container. When buying new plants choose ones that look in good condition, as these will be stronger and healthier. Check the rootball of each new plant for grubs before potting up. If potting up a suspect plant, clean away the old compost which might be harbouring pests. Rinsing the roots in the gentlest way. Remember to water regularly and for even better flowers in summer start feeding six weeks after re-potting with a plant food like Miracle-Gro or include a controlled release fertilizer like Osmocote when potting up.
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| Fungal
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Prevention
is definitely better than cure when is comes to fungal diseases. Be disciplined - start spraying early. Fungicides perform properly when used as a preventative spray. They work by covering the leaves with a layer of fungicide that prevents the fungal spores from growing on the leaf. By starting early in the season, & repeat spraying regularly all new growth is covered. Start spraying as soon as you see green growth appear on the plants. Then spray regularly every 10-14 days until July. Usually plant growth reduces (roses) or stops (apples) in summer, so spraying once a month should suffice. If Rose Black Spot is particularly bad continue spraying as in spring. This gives you a guide to successful prevention. Always read the pack & follow the instructions before spraying. Plants that suffer from fungal attack repeatedly can be improved by opening the centre up by pruning so that fresh air blows through, reducing the conditions fungal diseases need i.e. a still, damp atmosphere.
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| Lawns Green and pleasant land!!! |
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Love
them or hate them, most of us have one. A green lush lawn makes a garden,
but few look like that. However, regular attention will create a perfectly
good lawn.
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