Tackle common plant diseases with these natural remedies

Check out these step-by-step instructions for naturally treating some common plant diseases:

Powdery Mildew

Symptoms: White, powdery spots on leaves and stems.

Natural Remedy: Milk Solution

1. Mix 1 part milk with 2 parts water
2. Pour the solution into a spray bottle
3. Spray the affected plants thoroughly, covering both sides of the leaves
4. Repeat every 7-10 days until the mildew is gone.

Black Spot

Symptoms: Black spots on leaves, often surrounded by yellowing.

Natural Remedy: Baking Soda Solution

1. Mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in 1 gallon of water.
2. Add a few drops of liquid biodegradable soap to help the solution spread evenly.
3. Spray the solution on the affected plants, including the undersides of leaves.
4. Repeat every 7-10 days until the black spots disappear.

Rust

Symptoms: Rust-colored spots on leaves and stems.

Natural Remedy: Apple Cider Vinegar Solution

1. Mix 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in 2 quarts of water.
2. Pour the solution into a spray bottle.
3. Spray the affected plants in the morning or early evening when temperatures are cooler.
4. Repeat every few days until the rust is gone.

Blight

Symptoms: Dark, sunken lesions on leaves, stems, or fruits.

Natural Remedy: Hydrogen Peroxide Solution

1. Mix 2 teaspoons of 3% hydrogen peroxide in 1 gallon of water.
2. Use the solution to water the affected plants.
3. Ensure the soil around the roots is well-drained to prevent overwatering.

Root Rot

Symptoms: Wilting, yellowing leaves, and stunted growth.

Natural Remedy: Neem Oil

1. Mix 2 tablespoons of neem oil with 1 gallon of water.
2. Add a few drops of liquid biodegradable soap to help the solution spread.
3. Drench the soil around the affected plants with the solution.
4. Repeat every 7-10 days until the root rot is under control.

Anthracnose

Symptoms: Dark, sunken lesions on leaves, stems, or fruits.

Natural Remedy: Cornmeal Solution

1. Mix 1 cup of cornmeal with 5 gallons of water.
2. Let the mixture sit for 24 hours.
3. Strain the solution and use it to water the affected plants.
4. Repeat every 7-10 days until the disease is under control.

Additional Tips

• Regular Monitoring: Regularly inspect your plants for early signs of disease.
• Proper Sanitation: Clean your gardening tools regularly to prevent the spread of diseases.
• Healthy Soil: Maintain healthy soil with good drainage and organic matter to support plant health.

References

Organic Home Remedies to Beat Common Plant Diseases

Homemade Remedies for Plant Diseases - The Farming Insider