Root rot is a common problem among gardeners.
In this article, you will learn how you can solve this problem.
Where does the black leg of seedlings come from
Blackleg spreads through the soil using mycelium.
Factors of infection, in addition to pathogenic, contaminated soil, can also be excessive watering of plants, insufficient amount of fresh air, excess heat and humidity, and sudden changes in air temperature.
Is it possible to cure blackleg
Unfortunately, blackleg is a seedling disease that cannot be cured.
You will not be able to restore the health of affected plants.
However, you can prevent the appearance of blackleg in seedlings.
How to save seedlings from root rot
Spray the seedlings and water the soil with colloidal sulfur or potassium permanganate.
Sprinkle the top layer of soil with seedlings with ash or dolomite flour.
You can mix both ingredients in equal parts. This will be even more effective.
In addition, remove the dying seedlings along with a lump of earth. This will prevent further spread of rot.
Urgently transplant healthy seedlings into fresh, prepared soil.
If for certain reasons you cannot replant, you need to stop watering the remaining seedlings and sprinkle the seedlings with ash, sand or a mixture of both.
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