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What diseases and insect pests do African chrysanthemum have and how to control them

Mike Ehrmantraut
2020-06-28 13:01:36
The main diseases of Gerbera jamesonii are stem rot, powdery mildew and spot disease. In addition to these diseases, they may also be infected with mosaic, leaf spot and grey mould. Prevention work should be done well in advance. After the disease, the diseased leaves should be removed in time, and the spray treatment should be carried out actively. Whitefly is one of the common insect pests, as well as cabbage worm, thrips, etc. after finding pests, it is necessary to clean up the growth environment in time and select chemicals to use.

I. diseases

1. Stem rot: it is mainly manifested in the dehydration and wilting of leaves, which is caused by the invasion of pathogens into the wound. The prevention work shall be done well in advance, and the soil humidity shall be kept moderate. After the rainfall, the water shall be drained in time, and the agent shall be sprayed, and 75% dikeson combined with watering can be used for root prevention.

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2. Powdery mildew: this disease is mainly harmful to the leaves. It will gradually expand after the occurrence of white spots, especially in the high temperature and non ventilated environment. In case of this disease, it is necessary to improve the growth environment in time, and spray chemicals in time.

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3. Spot disease: this disease also acts on leaves, generally due to bacterial infection. If the diseased leaves need to be removed in time after the onset of the disease, and spray some methyltobuzin, it can play a therapeutic role.

4. Other diseases: in addition to these diseases, it may also be infected with mosaic, leaf spot, grey mould, etc.

II. Pest

Whitefly is one of the common insect pests, which will affect the plants. If there are pests, it is necessary to clean up the growing environment in time and choose the appropriate medicine for treatment. In addition to this pest, there are also cabbage worms, thrips, etc., which need to be ventilated in time to take preventive measures in daily life, and spray according to the type of pest after infection.

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