| In an organic garden, preventative action is always prefered to curative methods. It is important to start with a good ‘living soil’ sustaining healthy plants which are better able to withstand pest and disease attacks. Crop rotation is essential in avoiding soil-borne diseases, and pests can be minimised by encouraging predators, our natural allies.
THE PRODUCTS in this section can be used when necessary to correct a particular problem getting out of hand. Although approved for use in an organic garden, don’t forget they may also kill beneficial insects.
AI = Active Ingredient.
BEST PRACTICE FOR SPRAYING * choose an appropriate spray after identifying the problem. * only use for applications mentioned on the product label * follow instructions precisely * only make up as much as you need ; never store made up spray.* spray only in still weather to avoid drift. * never spray when bees are working- the evening is often best. |
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