Is this type of spinach prone to any particular diseases/pest problems?
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I am growing it here in Central Florida. I had overwatered it so it had developed oedema, aka edema. It also developed cercospora leaf spot, (which my swiss chard also developed) a round, purplish spot with tan center. So I cut it way back and spray with Greencure, an organic fungicide and the new growth looks great. I've also sprayed it with Azamax for any pests. So far, so good. It grows quickly so I am looking forward to some healthy summer eating.
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I have noticed some small fine holes in the leaves but have yet to investigate exactly what is causing it.
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This is my first time to grow it so I am not sure. So far this plant is healthy and doing well.
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They lay eggs on the underside of leaves not the vegetables, so unless you're eating lettuce from the garden it shouldn't be an issue
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Yes, I have used it for spinach and other greens, but they have been fresh and crisp. Don't think it would work with greens that were even a little limp.
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I live in the panhandle of FL. The temperature here my drop to the low 20's at times. This past winter was extremely cold and we even had enough ice to close down schools. The plant faired well through it all and is doing fine. When I received it the top broken from the transport and I was worried the damage would possibly kill it. My fuyu seems to be doing fine so far and I hope to be seeing fruit next year. I don't believe you will have any issues with it in Ca. Good luck.
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I purchased this for my Mom for her birthday. She loves it. I am unable to answer your question about aphids, however, she has not mentioned any problems
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Here is a quote from the bottle's PDF: "CONTROLS scale insects, mealybugs, apple aphids, European red spider mites, leafminers, leaf rollers (redbanded, obliquebanded, fruittree), light brown apple moth, powdery mildew, rust and other insects and diseases listed on this label. " I think this would do the trick.
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I'm not sure about this. We don't have this problem in our area. But these guys kept our garden pretty healthy.
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Ps. Also kale, other fruits and veggies. Keep it natural. Wheat germ is another possibility.
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Unknown. My experience only involves house plants. Sorry I couldn't assist.
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I have a hedge composed of at least 10 different plant varieties. I no longer wanted one of these, and cut it out, applying Tordon. It did not affect the other plants. I think if used correctly, minimally, you won't have any problems. But I suppose there could be some plants out there that are super sensitive to it.
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I chose not to use it on mine. But then I don't have a bug problem in it either. Contact the company and get a list of plants its safe to use on. I tried it on my epi's and they were not happy about it. Before I use it next year I'll have a list of the plants its safe to use on.
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If they come from the soil pf the plants, as mine did... it should take care of the problem. After a period of about a month, I was pretty much free of those pesky little flying insects. It does an amazing job of trapping them, therefore disrupting the cycle.
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Not sure about kale or chard but it does a nice job on fresh baby spinach leaves with stems.
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no recent problems! I had a problem with weevils about 2 years ago, in 2 boxes I had stocked up on and left unopened weeks or even months (bought in unknown grocery store because I had purchased in different stores). NO PROBLEMS SINCE THEN WITH CONTINUED USE.
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Hi Jing, without any significant problem is not residuios that may change caracterticas varietal. best regards Fabian
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Yes. Garlic, beets, whole carrors etc are no problem at all. This is such a great appliance, so easy to clean and maintain.
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I don't honestly know If it were myself and its not I'd put it down ASAP I don't see any real problem . I've sprayed my lawn with diazinon Saturday morn and then put down this grub killer that afternoon harmed , nothing but the bugs as far as I could tell (: They were not at all happy .. Maybe someone here is a chemist or exterminator Pro and can tell you better then I ?