n the vegetable garden or on indoor plants. For example, esters have a repellent effect on insect pests while flavonoids slow down the development of fungi. But, unlike other chemical treatments, these oils have the advantage of being quickly biodegradable. How to use essential oils on plants? As i ...
imple way to avoid this type of problem. Matches act as a repellent to various undesirable insects: midges, but also whiteflies, cutworms, aphids and fungi. A contribution in minerals beneficial for the plants Putting matches in pots is not only an effective pest control trick, but also a harmle ...
disease, also caused by a fungus, attacks older leaves first and may affect fruit. But its main drawback is that it favors the appearance of other fungi that take advantage of the lesions on the diseased plant to grow. As soon as the first symptoms appear, you can perform spraying with Bordeau ...
among gardeners, powdery mildew or white mold, can affect cucurbits such as zucchinis. This is another of the 8 diseases of zucchini, also caused by fungi, notably Golovinomyces cichoracearum and Podosphaera xanthii. This disease is recognized by the white and powdery spots it causes on the stems ...
effect... Risks to intimate health. The balance of vaginal flora being fragile, the maceration caused by a wet swimsuit promotes the proliferation of fungi and bacteria. When in close contact with intimate parts, the moist fabric of the swimsuit can lead to: • irritations • a yeast infect ...
contribute to the comfort of housing occupants. They are appreciated for their thermal and acoustic insulation qualities, as well as their resistance to fire, fungi, and pests. Despite the misconceptions that still circulate about these materials, they meet the requirements of technical performanc ...
hat hay is the best possible natural material for mulching the soil and perfectly nourishing all the organisms that develop there, such as earthworms, fungi, and bacteria. This expert in agroecology argues that it is possible to grow your own vegetables without too much effort, thanks to a simple g ...
tracts flies. Note: While flies and gnats can be problematic, ants and woodlice should not be a concern. They contribute to the composting process and assist bacteria and fungi in their decomposition work. What are the mistakes to avoid for indoor composting? It is possible to make your own compost ...
