Phlox Mildew

November 08, 2024 Post a Comment

Phlox mildew

The baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) commonly used for recipes, cleaning and removing odors can also eliminate powdery mildew from your garden phlox. Dissolve 1 teaspoon of baking soda for every quart of water and transfer the mixture to a spray bottle or garden spray.

Should I cut back phlox with powdery mildew?

Phlox. Phlox may shine from late spring to the end of summer, but when cooler temperatures arrive, they start to fizzle out. We suggest cutting them back in late fall for one main reason: powdery mildew. Phlox is susceptible to powdery mildew, especially when the foliage is wet for prolonged periods.

How do you keep garden phlox from mildewing?

Some advocate using a skim milk spray: Using 9 parts water to 1 part skim milk, mix and put in a spray bottle. Apply a light coating to the leaves, tops and bottoms, and stems of the plants. Spray in the morning, once, every other week. Others use baking soda: 1 teaspoon baking soda per 1 quart of water.

What kills powdery mildew instantly?

Potassium bicarbonate– Similar to baking soda, this has the unique advantage of actually eliminating powdery mildew once it's there. Potassium bicarbonate is a contact fungicide which kills the powdery mildew spores quickly.