Spider mites are extremely dangerous pests that can do a lot of harm to your garden. It feeds on plant juice, so after her visit, the cucumber leaves begin to turn yellow, develop and eventually dry. If you do not take measures on time, you may lose most of the harvest.
Why are spider ticks hard to notice?
One of the main reasons why a spider mite is so dangerous is its smallness. It is difficult to notice it with the naked eye, so often gardeners and gardeners know about the establishment of the tick only when they notice a thin web on leaves or stems. Most often, these pests are dwelling in dense plant contact with high humidity and insufficient air circulation.
How to naturally protect cucumbers?
It is worth trying a simple yet effective homemade – ammonia solution to overtake your garden. This will require:
- 10 liters of water (one bucket),
- 40 ml of ammonia sold at the pharmacy.
Not only are they sprayed with the cucumbers, they are not only protected from ticks, but remain completely safe to use. The smell of ammonia repels pests, and the spray itself helps maintain a cleaner and healthier environment for plants.
What if the spider mites have already attacked?
If you notice the first signs of infection, you can try another natural remedy – garlic dressing. Here’s how to prepare it:
- Pour 500 g of chopped garlic with 3 liters of water,
- hold for 5 days in a warm place,
- Drain and mix 60 g before use mix with 10 liters of water,
- Add another 50 g of household soap, which will help the solution to stick to the surface of the leaves better.
This mixture effectively helps to kill already established pests and also strengthens plant resistance.
Prevention – very important
Remember that cucumbers are sensitive to sudden fluctuations in air temperature, especially if it cools down well at night. Such conditions weaken the plants, which allows the spider mites to multiply. It is recommended to monitor the weather forecasts, cover plants with a film at night and provide sufficient ventilation in greenhouses.
With natural remedies and proper care, you can effectively protect cucumbers from this unpleasant and harmful pest.
Source: tsn.ua
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