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- Fighting mildew on the hydrangea
- Real and False Mildew recognize and differentiate
- Control of mildew
- Tips & Tricks
Fighting mildew on the hydrangea
Mildew is one of the most persistent fungal diseases that can affect the hydrangea. While powdery mildew is a fair-weathered mushroom, downy mildew spreads explosively in damp weather conditions.
Real and False Mildew recognize and differentiate
Powdery mildew:
Wrong mildew:
Only downy mildew, which affects the hydrangea more often, you can prevent. Keep the leaves dry by always pouring hydrangea from below. Algae-based plant restoratives, which are available from specialist retailers, can effectively prevent infestation.
Control of mildew
Tips & Tricks
This fungal infection can also be combated biologically. The lecithin contained in fresh whole milk or whey combats the fungus and can prevent its further spread.