Autumn workshop · article 5
Black spot in autumn: what to remove and what to treat with
Spots on old leaves can no longer be cured. The autumn aim is to reduce the number of infected debris before the new season.
Short answerCollect diseased fallen leaves, remove clearly infected shoots, water the soil rather than the foliage, and ensure good air circulation. Choose a treatment only when it is needed, permitted in Ukraine for this crop, and used according to the label.
Autumn routine
- Don't damage the bush. Collect leaves that come away easily or have already fallen.
- Remove the source of infection. Don't leave diseased debris under new mulch.
- Mark the bush. In spring it needs an early check and monitoring of new leaves.
- Check the conditions. Dense planting, overhead watering and leaves that stay wet for long periods all encourage the problem.
About plant protection products
There is no universal product name or dose. Check the current State Register of Ukraine, the crop, the pathogen, the waiting period and the product itself.