| Method | Recipe (Metric) | Application Frequency | Safe for Vegetable Plants | Safe for Ornamental Plants | Additional Tips |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌱 Copper-Based Fungicide | Follow the dilution rate on the product label | As directed on label | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | - Use copper-based fungicides as a preventive measure. |
| 🌿 Baking Soda Spray | Mix 1-2 teaspoons of baking soda in 1 liter of water | Every 7-10 days | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | - Baking soda raises the pH on plant surfaces, inhibiting fungal growth. |
| 💦 Water Management | Avoid overhead watering to prevent leaf wetness | As needed | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | - Water at the base of plants to keep foliage dry. |
| 🌾 Pruning and Sanitation | Prune and remove infected plant parts | As needed | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | - Dispose of infected plant material away from the garden. |
| 🌼 Compost Tea | Apply compost tea to the soil as a natural fungicide | Every 2-4 weeks | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | - Compost tea promotes soil health and disease resistance. |
Additional Tips:
- Provide proper spacing between plants to improve air circulation.
- Mulch around plants to reduce soil splash onto leaves.
- Apply preventive treatments before the rainy season.
- Rotate crops to reduce the buildup of anthracnose spores in the soil.
- Maintain overall plant health through proper fertilization and watering.
These natural and organic methods can help you manage anthracnose in both vegetable and ornamental plants. Adjust the frequency of application based on the severity of the disease, and practice good garden hygiene to minimize its spread.
