My sweet Madonna has fungus and I can’t seem to get it ta...
2” pot with drainage
Last watered 23 hours ago
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That type of fungicide won't really work on the type of fungus that jasmine gets. It will work for black spot on roses because it's a different fungus.
That specific fungicide doesn't actually kill off the fungus. It works by triggering a plant to fight it. Sorta like how we get colds and our bodies fight them off. The hope is that the plant will fight the infection of fungi off itself.
That doesn't always work. Many fungicides work this way. It's more of a preventative measure. Not a spray on and done type thing.
Sulphur and Copper based all work that way. To treat a bad infection that is hard to control. Which some can be because they will become immune to treatment. A systematic fungicide can be used. That means that the plant absorbs it from within to fight off the fungus.
I haven't tried it but if I needed it I would use a systematic fungicide like
Arbor Bio Advanced
Bacillus amyloliquefaciens strain F727 cells and spent fermentation media.
It's bee safe 🐝. The bacteria essentially feed on the fungi.
You can use it to water so it is absorbed into the plant tissues to work systematically.
I'm sharing this with you since your treatment is ineffective and I generally recommend Copper fungicide. But without the ability to control the environment. Since it's exposed to rain and mist. You will need to treat with a systematic that works internally.
You will need to remove all of the infected leaves to give her the best chance.
You will need to repeat treatment as necessary and stay on top of it.
Unfortunately many times those spores fall and can lay dormant in other areas of your yard. When the right temps and humidity hit the fungi will grow again. And can be blown by wind etc. some types of trees actually host them. For long periods of time.
That specific fungicide doesn't actually kill off the fungus. It works by triggering a plant to fight it. Sorta like how we get colds and our bodies fight them off. The hope is that the plant will fight the infection of fungi off itself.
That doesn't always work. Many fungicides work this way. It's more of a preventative measure. Not a spray on and done type thing.
Sulphur and Copper based all work that way. To treat a bad infection that is hard to control. Which some can be because they will become immune to treatment. A systematic fungicide can be used. That means that the plant absorbs it from within to fight off the fungus.
I haven't tried it but if I needed it I would use a systematic fungicide like
Arbor Bio Advanced
Bacillus amyloliquefaciens strain F727 cells and spent fermentation media.
It's bee safe 🐝. The bacteria essentially feed on the fungi.
You can use it to water so it is absorbed into the plant tissues to work systematically.
I'm sharing this with you since your treatment is ineffective and I generally recommend Copper fungicide. But without the ability to control the environment. Since it's exposed to rain and mist. You will need to treat with a systematic that works internally.
You will need to remove all of the infected leaves to give her the best chance.
You will need to repeat treatment as necessary and stay on top of it.
Unfortunately many times those spores fall and can lay dormant in other areas of your yard. When the right temps and humidity hit the fungi will grow again. And can be blown by wind etc. some types of trees actually host them. For long periods of time.
@SuperbRaspfern she’s in a pot outside, if I bring her in that would help with the moisture and such but I imagine I still need to get on top of the fungus. Once I get it taken care of, should I repot her? That way I can hopefully get the spores out of the soil?
@Vhuddleston It would definitely help to keep her out of the rain. But if you have an indoor collection of plants they can catch it. So be sure to isolate her through treatment. And treatment is necessary no matter where you put her.
Yes, you can definitely repot into fresh soil when you're ready. Soil can be a contributing factor. I don't know what kind your using. But if it's a normal bagged soil with dirt that can cause these sorts of things. Because dirt is comprised of silt and clay which hold a lot of water. They settle to the bottom of the pot eventually causing a layer that doesn't drain. That gives the perfect conditions for bacteria and fungi to thrive.
After treatment be sure to provide airflow. With a fan or something if indoors that can prevent a reoccurance. 🩷
Yes, you can definitely repot into fresh soil when you're ready. Soil can be a contributing factor. I don't know what kind your using. But if it's a normal bagged soil with dirt that can cause these sorts of things. Because dirt is comprised of silt and clay which hold a lot of water. They settle to the bottom of the pot eventually causing a layer that doesn't drain. That gives the perfect conditions for bacteria and fungi to thrive.
After treatment be sure to provide airflow. With a fan or something if indoors that can prevent a reoccurance. 🩷
@SuperbRaspfern do you recommend another kind of soil? She is just left in what I bought her in earlier this summer.
Sta Green is one of the only brands I will use that comes from a bag.
Read the labels and stick with natural ingredients like peat, coco coir, bark etc.
Sta Green Flower and Vegetable in my state is great. But different state use different ingredients for the same brand. That's why I'm hesitant to say this is great in your state.
Jasmine does like moisture which is why I recommend peat moss mixtures.
If you want to make a homemade mix then
1/3 peat moss
1/3 perlite
1/3 orchid bark
Read the labels and stick with natural ingredients like peat, coco coir, bark etc.
Sta Green Flower and Vegetable in my state is great. But different state use different ingredients for the same brand. That's why I'm hesitant to say this is great in your state.
Jasmine does like moisture which is why I recommend peat moss mixtures.
If you want to make a homemade mix then
1/3 peat moss
1/3 perlite
1/3 orchid bark
@SuperbRaspfern awesome! Thank you for the help!