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Gardening Problems Solved Naturally
Pest and Disease Control
- Vine Weevils: Use nematodes to control these pests in container plants.
- Box Caterpillars: Spray plants with Top Buxus Xen Tari and hang up box moth traps.
- Gooseberry Sawfly: Apply nematodes in May to prevent infestations.
- Mildew: Keep plants well-watered and spray with diluted tomato feed.
Plant Care
- Dieramas: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun and fertilize with gravel mulch.
- Roses: Remove suckers (wild shoots) from grafted roses.
- Acers: Protect from drying winds and sun, and keep soil moist.
- Jasmine: Fertilize twice a year with rose fertilizer to encourage flowering.
- Camellias: Repot in ericaceous compost and fertilize with diluted ericaceous liquid feed.
Diseases
- Black Spot on Roses: Improve soil moisture and choose resistant varieties.
- Leaf Browning on Camellias: Protect from sun damage and ensure well-drained soil.
- Viburnum Tinus Branch Dieback: Prune affected stems and improve drainage.
- Peach Leaf Curl: Cover trees with polythene in January and spray with organic foliar feed.
Other Problems
- Cuckoo Spit: Remove with a jet of water. Avoid covering gooseberries with netting, as birds may help control pests.
- Chocolate Spot on Broad Beans: Plant in full sun with good air circulation, and pinch out shoot tips to prevent infestations.
