The natural remedy to avoid mold and rot in the pots in September may surprise as simple and, at the same time, effective. Few attention, small gestures that make the difference, to have healthy and beautiful plants without having to resort to aggressive products are enough.
When the first temperature changes arrive and the humidity becomes more insistent, the soil in the pots becomes the ideal soil for mushrooms and mold. It is curious to think that sometimes too much watering is sufficient or too compact soil to unleash radical rots difficult to control. Still, nothing complicated is needed to run for cover: natural precautions are enough, almost of common sense, which help plants to remain strong even in autumn. This period looks like a small resistance exam: some plants show vigorous, others instead give immediately. Seeing a healthy vase, without that dark patina on the ground, transmits a sense of order and harmony that is worth a thousand words.
Better not to wait for the mold to appear: preventing is really easier than cure. A minimum, almost instinctive gesture can transform the balcony into a green corner that resists even when the air becomes fresher.
The power of baking soda to counteract mold and rotten
Among the most reliable remedies there is the baking soda. It is not only a kitchen ingredient, but a natural ally against unpleasant molds and smells. Preparing a solution is easy: a teaspoon of baking soda in a liter of water, sprayed on the soil every ten days. It is not a miraculous potion, yet it works: it slows down the appearance of the mushrooms, keeps the soil dryer and makes the environment uninviting for annoying microorganisms.
The interesting thing is that this remedy costs very little and is at hand. Inserting it in the plants care routine is almost automatic, and the benefits can be seen immediately. A small habit, yet precious.
Natural tricks for lush vases in September
Bicarbonate is not the only trick of the grandmother useful in September, just like those advice whispered in the kitchen that seem almost legends but which in the end prove to be very true. There are other small secrets that may seem trivial, but that actually work very well.
After all, nature has already thought of everything:
- Sand or gravel on the bottom: They help the water flowing away and reduce stagnation.
- Cinnamon powder: It is not only fragrant, but also a natural antifungal. A pinch on the ground and you’re done.
- Chamomile infusion: delicate, light, excellent for watering and keeping mushrooms away.
- A little more air: Moving the vases in ventilated areas is the simplest remedy to say goodbye to mold.
All these precautions are worth even more if accompanied by intelligent irrigation. In September the water evaporates slowly, so it is better to wait for the ground to be dry on the surface before watering again. It is a detail that really makes the difference.
Maintain a natural balance in the vases
Keeping away mold and rot also means observing the small details of every day. A light soil, well ventilated and enriched with a little compost helps the roots breathe. The sauces full of water, on the other hand, are the number one enemy: a few hours of stagnation are enough to make the roots rot. Better to always empty them, even after a sudden storm.
September is also the perfect month to make a general check: away the dry leaves, take a look at the roots and, if needed, a repotting. Terracotta vases, which let it breathe better than the plastic ones, can become the best allies. Each small gesture contributes to maintaining a balance that makes plants stronger and less vulnerable.
Taking care of the vases in this period is like preparing plants for a longer and more peaceful autumn.
And natural remedies, often considered “too simple to work”, actually prove to be the most effective.
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