How to fight powdery mildew with home remedies

As we have pointed out before, powdery mildew in plants is a disease caused by fungi that leaves the leaves with the appearance that we can see in the main image of this article and in the one below, that is to say as with a white powder, which are the fungi, and that weakens the plant.

The main causes of powdery mildew in plants They are due to a combination of factors that favor the appearance of fungi. Specifically, powdery mildew appears in gardens and orchards where there is too much humidity, little ventilation and little natural light and, in addition, the genetics of the plant can also influence, as we will see later, its state of health prior to the infection of these fungi. , that is, if it was already weak, and the fertilizers with too much nitrogen, which is good for the soil and the plants but not in excess.

This problem, if allowed to pass, can end up destroying an entire garden or orchard, so you have to know how to identify and treat it, as well as how to prevent it. Pay attention to the following tips for its prevention and the fungicidal remedies for powdery mildew.

In this section we tell you how to remove powdery mildew from plants naturally with the best home remedies based on ear fungicides which are natural. Learn which are the most suitable, how to prepare them and how to apply them.

Sulfur and copper for powdery mildew

Both sulfur and copper sulfate are very effective fungicides, but care must be taken when handling them and not exceeding the dose, as in this case they can be harmful to plants and the soil. Acquire powdered or liquid sulfur, or copper sulfate, but do not use them together, and add the powder to the leaves and the soil in the quantities indicated on the container or as indicated by the specialist at the garden store. If you use the liquid, you can apply it with a spray. Try to wear gloves, goggles and a mask, especially if you are going to use a large amount because you have to treat an entire garden or orchard.

Here you can read about Sulfur for plants: benefits and how to apply it.

Horsetail slurry or decoction

Another option that we recommend if you were wondering how to combat powdery mildew with home remedies is horsetail. It is a plant used for many remedies and among its properties we find antifungals or fungicides, so it is good for ending this fungal problem in plants. You can buy the concentrated extract of this plant and dilute it in water to spray it on the plants to be treated, but you can also prepare an infusion, decoction or slurry from it to spray it as well.

The infusion or decoction is less loaded and is used at the time of making it, instead the slurry takes days to prepare but is more concentrated and powerful than the infusion. It may be convenient to make the decoction or infusion to start treating, but it is recommended to prepare slurry, with a maceration process, to treat serious cases of this infestation or even to use later as a method of preventing many pests and diseases. You can start by making a liter of infusion, letting the horsetail boil for 10 minutes and rest for another 10, and spray it on the affected leaves.

Other equally effective plants against powdery mildew and other pests, both fungi and insects, are sage, tomato leaves and nettlesIn addition, to use them you have to perform the same procedure.

Garlic infusion for powdery mildew

Garlic is undoubtedly one of the most used foods as a home remedy for countless problems, and in fact it is widely used as a home fungicide. It has antimicrobial, antiseptic, antifungal, antibacterial properties, etc., so it offers a very complete treatment for both cure and prevention.

To use it against this fungal disease in plants, you have to make an infusion of garlic, in the necessary quantity depending on the size of the garden or orchard or if you only have to treat one plant. We tell you how to prepare it to obtain a liter, which will give you to treat various plants.

Bring a little more than a liter of water to a boil, when it begins to boil, add the previously crushed garlic cloves. Add 10-30 cloves of garlic for a powerful remedy. Let it boil for 5 minutes or a little more, without reaching 10 minutes, and let the infusion stand covered and off the heat for 10 minutes. Strain the infusion to remove the pieces and pour the liquid into a large spray bottle. You can now use it to spray plants damaged by fungi once a day, until you see that they disappear.

Bicarbonate against powdery mildew

Sodium or sodium bicarbonate is one of the best homemade and natural fungicides, since this mineral has great antifungal, antibacterial, antiseptic properties and many more.

To use it in the case of wanting to combat powdery mildew, you need to mix this product with a vegetable oil, such as olive oil, and water. In a large sprayer add 1 liter of water, 2 or 3 tablespoons of baking soda, depending on whether you put them full or level, and 2 tablespoons of oil. After mixing well before use, spray all the affected plants, focusing on the parts that you see the most powdery mildew. If you only need to treat a small plant, reduce the quantities by this same proportion. Learn more about this product with our article on Uses of baking soda in the garden.

Finally, we want to give you some tips to avoid powdery mildew on plants thinking about what are the factors that favor it:

• Make sure you use good soil for growing vegetables in the garden and good soil for potted or garden plants. Must be the right land For the type of plants you are going to have, a specialist at the garden and agriculture store will help you decide which one is best for you.
• Remember that the earth must have good drainage to avoid puddles of water and excess humidity. This is especially important in pots because it is easier for waterlogging to occur. You can consult this other article on Drainage in pots.
• Place the plants in a ventilated area with sun and shade. The plants should be exposed to the sun but not fully during all the strong hours, as they can burn, and they should have shade to regulate the temperature, but it cannot be a dark area. In addition, it is vital that there is good air circulation because this makes it more difficult for moisture and fungi to accumulate.
• Pay attention to the appearance and health of your plants and cultures and, if you suspect that they are not well, consult a specialist in the store so that they can tell you what they have and what is the best treatment. They may lack minerals, water, sun, vitamins, etc. If they are generally healthy, it will be more difficult for them to be affected by parasites and pests.

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