Often, vegetable growers and gardeners face a problem with the appearance of diseases on cultivated plants, ornamental plantings and fruit trees.
Having invested a lot of work, care and attention in their plantings, they do not want to lose the harvest and the spectacular appearance of the site.
In this, they are helped by such a modern, practically safe drug Fitosporin, which actively fights against many fungal plant diseases and serves as an excellent prophylactic agent.
Composition and scope of "Trichodermina"
Biological product "Trichodermin" is an antifungal agent that can destroy more than 60 types of diseases provoked by parasitic fungi. Most often, manufacturers produce the product in powder form, but recently "Trichodermin" has appeared in a liquid state.
The preparation contains:
- Spores and mycelium of the Trichoderma fungus.
- Soil substrate in the form of a powder or suspension, obtained on the basis of peat fermented by a fungus.
What is Trichodermin used for? The instructions for use indicate that it is intended for:
- Fight against fungal diseases of cultivated plants.
- Seed dressing before planting.
- Enrichment of the planting soil.
The drug is suitable as a disinfectant and prophylactic agent. It effectively fights against diseases in plants such as:
- Late blight.
- Fruit rot.
- Fusarium.
- Microscopy.
- Rhizoctonia.
- Powdery mildew.
- Scab.
- Blackleg.
- Fomoz and many others.
You can use the tool for:
- Soils.
- Seeds and other planting material.
- Seedlings of plants.
Everyone can buy Trichodermin for plant protection, the price is quite affordable - within 100-200 rubles (depending on the volume of the pack).
Processing rules
As a preventive measure, spraying is used - the solution is evenly applied to all aerial parts: leaves, trunk, shoots. If you use Fitolavin for treatment, then you will additionally need watering the soil under the planting. To prepare a fresh solution, you need to calculate how many milliliters of it are required per root. The base amount is the following:
- for seedlings, 30-40 ml is enough per root;
- for indoor flowers, you need to take from 100 to 200 ml per pot (depending on the size of the green planting, the same amount will need to be added to the soil during root processing);
- for a fruit and berry bush (currants, gooseberries and the like) about 2 liters;
- for a fruit tree from 5 liters;
- complex treatment of plantings requires 10 liters per 100 sq. m.
In the latter case, you need to spray all the plants and water the soil. It is possible to process the solution both in open spaces and in greenhouses or hotbeds.
It is also worth reading the recommendations for the treatment of various diseases:
- In case of bacterial necrosis, it is necessary to dilute the solution to a concentration of 0.2%. With this composition, you need to water the plants so that moisture gets on their roots. To completely get rid of the disease, carry out 2 procedures.
- With angular leaf spot, green parts must be sprayed with a 0.1% solution of the drug. It is enough to do it once.
- A less concentrated solution is necessary for the treatment of Alternaria or late blight - only 0.05%.They are sprayed with greens.
- In case of bacterial damage to the middle of the stem, it is necessary to dilute the drug to a concentration of 0.2%. With this composition, you need to water the diseased plant twice (with an interval of several days).
- With a black leg, crops (mainly seedlings) are sprayed with a solution of 0.2%. One treatment is enough for the treatment.
- Vertex rot is treated during the growing season with a solution with a concentration of 0.1%. It is necessary to carry out at least two treatments, if signs of infection persist, then additional spraying is needed.
Remember the safety precautions while working with this medicine - protect your eyes, wear closed clothing, a respirator and gloves. If the drug disappears onto the skin, wash it off immediately using laundry soap and plenty of water. Do not let the medicine get into bodies of water and water. If you have hives on your site, then the bees need to be released at least 10 days after spraying the plants.
The principle of the drug
So, we talked about the composition and cost of Trichodermina. Instructions for use will be discussed below. In the meantime, let's study the mechanism of action of this tool:
- After using the drug for processing plants, the fungus that is part of it begins to multiply. At the same time, biologically active compounds and antibiotics are released.
- Enzymes and released substances negatively affect the reproduction of pathogenic microorganisms.
- The product releases carbon, which takes part in the process of breaking down organic substances into inorganic ones. Compounds of potassium, nitrogen, phosphorus are formed.
- The soil is enriched with nutrients.
- The process of nitrification and decay is accelerated.
- Cell sap improves immunity in plants, accelerates growth processes. The culture grows faster, acquires resistance to diseases and negative environmental factors.
"Trichodermin" or "Fitosporin" - which is better? It is hard to say. But after processing, positive results are noticeable after a short time.
Recommendations for use
The drug "Trichodermin" can be used for the care of many cultivated plants. Recommendations for use can be given as follows:
- Processing of planting material and seedlings. As for the seeds, they must be soaked in a 2% solution of the product for 5 minutes, or they can be sprinkled with the powder of the preparation. To prevent the rot of bulbous crops, before planting, the bulbs and roots are treated with a suspension of "Trichodermina", 30 grams per kilogram of material is enough. In the process of planting seedlings directly into the ground, it is necessary to add 3-4 ml of the drug per plant, you can pour the powder directly in the amount of 25 grams per square meter.
- Use for tomatoes, cucumbers and other vegetable crops. How to dilute Trichodermin in this case? Add 100 ml of the preparation to a bucket of water. For preventive purposes, use a solution for spraying plants every 14-20 days. The procedure is best carried out in the evening or in cloudy weather.
- When growing potatoes, the drug helps to protect plantings from phomosis, scab, black leg. Processing can begin with planting material. Treat 100 kg of seed tubers with a solution, take 200 grams of Trichodermina powder for 10 liters of water. Processing should be carried out three times: after emergence, during flowering and after.
- Fruit and berry crops. "Trichodermin" helps to save plantings from rot, cytosporosis, phytophthora. The solution is used for spraying. To prepare a solution, you need to take 50 ml of the suspension in a bucket of water. The procedure can be carried out from the moment the buds swell and several times during the growing season.
- It is recommended to use "Trichodermin" to improve soil composition and disinfection.You can add the drug in the fall along with mulch, green plant residues, or shed the soil in the spring just before planting.
- For indoor plants, the product is used at the rate of 10 grams of powder per liter of water.
From the above, it can be seen that Trichodermin is widely used, the price of the drug allows you to purchase it without problems for the family budget. Moreover, you can always buy a smaller amount of funds.
Precautions
Phytolavin is a substance of the 3rd hazard class. It has a weak effect on bees: they can be released 12 hours after treatment with phytolavine, therefore this remedy is applicable during flowering of plants. In humans, phytolavin can cause irritation of the skin, mucous membranes, and if ingested, antibiotic poisoning. In general, phytolavin is not very toxic for warm-blooded animals, therefore, it is not necessary to wear a full set of PPE to work with it: clothing covering the body, latex gloves on hands, glasses and a headgear is enough, see fig.
The minimum set of personal protective equipment for working with phytolavin
However, in the aquatic environment, in the presence of organic compounds, FTM forms persistent and much more harmful complexes, therefore, phytolavine getting into water supply sources and open water bodies is unacceptable. In a humid and warm greenhouse atmosphere, the effect of FTM on a person is enhanced, and to work with phytolavin in a greenhouse, it is advisable to wear a plastic raincoat with a hood with an elastic band and protective goggles over work clothes. In this case, an ordinary respirator-petal can serve as a means of protection for the respiratory system. First aid measures when phytolavine enters the body and into the body are as follows:
- If on skin - wash off with water, wash the affected area with water with 60% or 72% laundry soap (not with synthetic detergents or white household soap!) And rinse again with water.
- In case of contact with eyes, rinse them open under running clean water.
- In case of contact with lips and mouth, rinse and spit 3-4 times. Rinse the mouth, not the pharynx, i.e. keep your head tilted down.
- If swallowed, drink 3-4 glasses of water, stirring one pharmacy activated carbon powder in each and induce vomiting.
Note: for first aid measures, regardless of the condition, consult a doctor. There is no antidote for MTF; symptomatic treatment. Pregnant women, nursing mothers and people with allergies to any antibiotics should not work with phytolavin.
Benefits of the drug
The tool is popular with gardeners and gardeners, and in order to answer the question: "Trichodermin" or "Fitosporin", which is better? ", Consider the advantages of the first tool, and they are as follows:
- The substances that make up the drug are completely safe for animals and humans.
- Does not have a toxic effect on plants.
- The drug does not affect pollinating insects.
- Does not pollute the environment.
- Significantly increases crop yields.
- When used, it does not accumulate in fruits, roots.
- Can be used in conjunction with fungicides, pesticides, except for chemicals with the addition of copper and mercury.
- Shows the same efficiency on different types of soil.
- It retains its effect for a month after treatment.
- Increases plant immunity.
- Accelerates growth processes.
These advantages explain the great popularity of the drug.
And then it is logical to consider the features and use of "Fitosporin" in order to answer the question of which of the drugs is better.
Release form
In specialized stores you can find "Fitosporin-M" in the form of a thick and concentrated paste of a dark shade. It is packed in convenient bags weighing from ten grams to two hundred. It is also sold as a dry, silvery powder. The weight of one packet is three hundred or ten grams.Many gardeners prefer to buy the drug "Fitosporin-M" in the form of a solution. This liquid is ready-to-use and is contained in a convenient plastic container.
Each presented form of release has its own characteristics in application. For example, the liquid formulation is mild and ideal for treating delicate plants. The paste and dry mix have a fairly long shelf life of four years. Moreover, throughout the entire period, the properties of "Fitosporin-M" are practically not lost.
Appointment of "Fitosporin"
The drug "Fitosporin" is a biofungicide for combating fungal and bacterial diseases of plants. The product is environmentally friendly, thanks to its use for the production of a bacterial culture of natural origin. The basis of the preparation is made up of spores and cells of the microorganism Bacillus subtilis 26 D.
Effective against:
- Late blight.
- Root rot.
- Scab.
- Powdery mildew.
- Brown rust.
- Septoria.
- Mold and other diseases.
After processing, the drug immediately begins to exert its effect. The product is available in several forms:
- Powder "Fitosporin".
- Paste.
- Liquid.
Depending on the purpose, one or another form is chosen for a more effective impact.
Characteristics of the fungicide
"Fitolavin" belongs to the group of streptotricins, a subgroup of antibiotics. Acts on fungi by contact, that is, only through direct interaction. According to the chemical component (class), the drug belongs to biological pesticides and fungicides of a systemic nature. The main active ingredient in the base is phytobacteriomycin.
The drug copes well with all groups of fungal diseases, it prevents the penetration of various bacterial and viral infections that can get to the surface of the outer shell of plants. The streptotricin complex, when sprayed onto the surface of the soil or vegetation, destroys the shell of the fungi, which die after a short time.
A systemic drug allows you to cope with:
- rot of bacterial origin and root collar;
- wilting of various types;
- cancer;
- bacterial burn;
- black legs;
- necrosis of the vascular system of plants;
- various types of leaf spots;
- alternaria.
Release form
The use of biofungicide is carried out in households and industrial farmers, therefore, for convenience, product manufacturers began to produce it in several forms of water-soluble concentrate:
- in ampoules of 2 milliliters. Convenient format for indoor ornamental crops or for processing a small amount of vegetables in the garden;
- in bottles with a volume of 50 ml, 100 ml and 400 ml. Ideal for agronomists with small household plots;
- in canisters with a volume of 1 liter or 5 liters. An economical option for large farmers who find it much more profitable to buy the drug in large quantities.
Many manufacturers began to produce the fungicide. Most often in the store you will find a drug released by companies such as: "Green Belt", "Eco Master", "Farmbiomedservice", "Green Pharmacy of the Gardener", "Letto".
Advantages and disadvantages of the drug
"Fitolavin" consists of biologically active substances that give it an advantage over chemical preparations. In addition, it has other advantages:
- destroys fungi, bacteria in a short time;
- acts not only on the surface of plants, but also penetrates the vascular system;
- the effect of the drug lasts up to a month and a half;
- does not harm the environment, does not accumulate in the soil;
- acts as a catalyst for plant development. Increases the stability of the root system.
- if the dosage is incorrect, it can harm plants;
- causes allergic reactions in humans if basic safety rules are not followed.
Ways of using "Fitosporin"
Among the main uses are the following:
- Tillage of soil or compost heaps. Watering is carried out in spring or autumn. Dilute a tablespoon of the product in 10 liters of water.
- Soaking seeds, tubers, bulbs, cuttings before planting. Enough 4 drops of the product in a glass of water.
- Processing during the growing season. Spraying or watering can be applied. 15 ml of product for 10 liters of water.
- Watering indoor plants.
- Processing before storage. Agricultural products are sprayed or dipped and dried.
Depending on the form of the preparation, a different type of processing and concentration is used.
Recommendations for the use of paste, powder and liquid "Fitosporin"
How to use and for what purpose, we will consider for different forms of the drug. If you take the product in powder form, it is recommended to dilute it a couple of hours before use:
- To process bulbs and tubers, dissolve 10 grams of powder in 0.5 liters of water.
- Before planting, seeds can be soaked in a composition prepared from 1.5 g of powder and 100 ml of water.
- To prevent root rot, the seedlings are soaked before planting for 2 hours in a solution: take 10 grams of the drug for 5 liters of water. You can use this solution to water the soil.
- To prevent fungal diseases, use a spray agent:
Process the potatoes every 2 weeks, dissolving 10 grams of powder in 5 liters.
For cabbage, it is enough to dissolve 6 grams in 10 liters of water and process after 3 weeks.
Spray tomatoes, peppers and eggplants with a solution of the same concentration as for potatoes. Spraying should be carried out three times with an interval of 2 weeks.
- For the treatment of indoor and garden flowers, use 1.5 g of powder per liter of water.
- The solution can be used to treat greenhouses before planting: dilute 5 g of powder in a bucket of water and shed the soil a week before planting.
The paste contains all the necessary components, so it may well be used as an independent means to combat diseases or prevent. The dilution process is as follows: dissolve 100 g of paste in 200 ml of water. Use this concentrated solution to dilute in the desired ratio for processing plants:
- Processing before planting any planting material (tubers, bulbs) with a solution prepared from 3 tbsp. l. concentrate and 200 ml of water.
- Soak seeds of vegetables, fruits and flowers in the composition: 2 drops of concentrate per glass of water.
- To speed up rooting: dissolve 4 drops of solution in 200 ml of water.
- Spraying during the growing season: 3 tsp. dilute the concentrate in 10 liters of water.
- To treat indoor plants by spraying, 10 drops per liter of water are enough, for watering 15 drops are needed.
In the solution "Fitosporin" how to apply and for what, it is written directly on the package. Can be used for spraying, watering, pre-planting or storage. On sale you can see preparations intended for certain crops and types of processing, for example, "Fitosporin-M-storage" is intended for spraying tubers, bulbs before laying for winter storage.
The popularity of "Fitosporin" for cucumbers
Among all vegetable crops, cucumbers and tomatoes occupy a special place in our plots. Cucumbers are quite often affected by various diseases, which leads to a sharp decrease in yield or even to the death of the plant. To prevent this from happening, you can use «Fitosporin ". Instructions for use for cucumbers are as follows:
- Treatment with the drug should be carried out at all stages of the growing season, starting with soaking and ending with the fruiting period.
- For spraying cucumbers, use 5 g of "Fitosporin" per 10 liters of water. Repeat spraying after a week.
- Carry out the processing in the evening, because the bacteria in the composition of the product dies in the light.
- If the solution is used for watering, then this can be done in any weather, but given the slower effect, it is better to carry out the procedure every five days.
If you are not lazy and regularly process crops on the site, then you can be sure that the harvest will not suffer.
Storage
"Fitolavin" should be stored in a dry and dark room with a moderate temperature, away from small children and pets. Food and medicine must not be placed nearby.
In no case should the product be frozen, only fresh solution should be used.
"Fitolavin" should be stored in a dry and dark room with a moderate temperature
We process strawberry plantations
"Fitosporin" for strawberries can also be used at different times and for different purposes:
- Soaking seeds, if you decide to propagate the culture in this way, is carried out in a solution prepared from half a teaspoon of the drug per 100 ml of water. Soak the seed in this composition for a couple of hours.
- Before planting strawberry seedlings, place the root system in a solution prepared from 10 grams of the drug and 5 liters of water.
- In order to prevent or treat the disease, use the solution in the same concentration, spray it 2-3 times, the interval between treatments is 2 weeks.
"Fitosporin" for strawberries, as well as for other crops, must be used in the evening or on a cloudy day.
Phytolavin compatibility
Fitolavin is compatible with most agricultural chemicals, except for those that create a highly alkaline environment with a pH> 8.5, i.e. with furnace ash and fertilizers based on it. Incompatible with many biological products, especially with Lepidocide. Compatible with Alirin, Bitoxibacillin, Gamair and Fitoverm. If EO preparations or EO compost are used to fill the soil with bacteria after phytolavin, they must be applied under the root of the plants, from where the active substance of phytolavin has already left for its intended purpose. The compost does not need to be mulched, it is spread in a thin layer over the soil surface and sprinkled with fresh soil.
Technical compatibility
A common phytolavin with the MP mark (mother liquor) forms a thin suspension in an aqueous working solution and therefore is not applicable in drip irrigation systems - nozzles, valves and dispensers are clogged. Fitolavin VRK (water-soluble concentrate) is produced for drip irrigation. Fitolavin VRK is also supplied to the retail network under the designation Fitolavin-300.
Reviews about "Fitosporin" and "Trichodermin"
The information presented in the article does not give a final answer, which is better - "Trichodermin" or "Fitosporin»... Both drugs are great for treating bacterial and fungal infections. They can be used during various periods of the growing season. They do not pose a threat to humans and animals.
If you take "Trichodermin", customer reviews are only positive. Almost everyone who decided to use the drug noted the amicable emergence of seedlings, an increase in yield during soil cultivation. At the initial stages of fungal and bacterial diseases, the remedy copes well with them.
Reviews of the drug "Fitosporin" are also excellent. All gardeners and florists are happy with the result. Not only vegetable crops feel good after processing, but indoor plants also get rid of diseases, accelerate growth and delight their owners with lush flowering.
Both drugs can be used even on the day of harvest, this will not affect human health in any way. For both one product and the second, there is a small recommendation for use in the evening or in cloudy weather.How, after this, you can give preference to one of them? Gardeners will have to decide for themselves which tool is more convenient for them to use and in what form.
Operating principle
Biofungicide "Fitolavin" has both contact action and systemic action, which is very important for modern drugs.
The work of the drug is based on the fact that the active substance, penetrating inside the plant and circulating with sap flow through the tissues, has a detrimental effect on pathogens. The active substance interacts with the ribosomes of bacteria, disrupts the synthesis of their protein, which leads to a change in the genetic code of pathogens of bacteriosis. All this ultimately helps the plant to protect itself not only from the introduction of pathogens, but also to resist their development for a long time.
In addition, it is scientifically substantiated that the action of phytobacteriomycin not only fights pathogens, but also significantly activates growth and stimulates the development of crops and increases fertility.