Why do cucumbers rot on shoots?
which can significantly reduce yields and even lead to complete loss of cultivation. One of the main causes of diseases is moisture. High humidity of air and soil promotes the development of many mushroom pathogens, such as meembly and true powdery mildew. Densely planted plants limit air circulation, which further enhances the problem of moisture and creates ideal conditions for the development of diseases. Excessive watering or prolonged rainfall keeps the leaves and fruit in moist condition for a long time, facilitating infections.
Another important factor affecting the health of cucumbers is the state of soil and nutrition. Stewed soil, low in nutrients or with an abnormal pH weakens plants, making them more susceptible to diseases. Macro- and microelements deficiencies disturb the normal growth and development of cucumbers, weaken their immune system. On the other hand, overwhelming, especially with nitrogen, can lead to excessive growth of green mass at the expense of fruit development and increase susceptibility to some fungal diseases. Incorrect soil structure, for example, too heavy and catchment, hinders drainage and contributes to maintaining excessive moisture in the root zone, which promotes root diseases and gangrene of seedlings.
The role of sources of infection and cultivation practices cannot be ignored. Fungal spores, bacteria and viruses can winter in plant remains left on the flower bed after previous crops or move from weeds. Lack of change, i.e. cultivation of cucumbers in the same place year after year, increases the risk of accumulation in the soil of pathogens specific to this plant. Incorrect care treatments, such as damage to leaves and shoots during field work, can be a gate of infection for various pathogens. In addition, the transmission of diseases can take place via gardening tools, hands or insects.
Mix with water and spray cucumbers. Natural spraying on the crop rot
Garlic spraying is a great way. This vegetable is considered a natural antibiotic that has fungicidal properties. It perfectly protects plants against disease attacks and strengthens their natural immunity. Preparation of spraying based on garlic is very simple. All you have to do is crush a few fresh garlic cloves and add water. It is important that the garlic is well crushed and released juices. Garlic mixed with water should be set aside for about 30 minutes, and after this time strain everything thoroughly. Pour the prepared decoction into a bottle with an atomizer and spray cucumbers. Perform spraying once a week. You can perform this procedure preventively to protect cucumbers to the attacks of fungal diseases.
