SOMETHING TROUBLING MY CHILLIES

[Madiha Humbal]

DEAR FELLOW MEMBERS OF THE FORUM. I REGREFULLY INFORM YOU THAT I WAS SUCCESSFUL IN KILLING ALMOST ALL OF MY BELOVED PLANTS BY USING MORTIEN ON THEM. FIVE MONTHS OF MY HARD LABOUR AND PATIENCE GONE TO DRAIN DUE TO NO SHEER STUPIDITY. WILL HAVE TO START FROM SCRATCH. WELL LESSON WELL LEARNT. PLEASE DONT USE NORMAL HOUSEHOLD PESTICIDES ON YOUR PLANTS. ONLY USE THE ONES ESPECIALLY MADE FOR THE PLANTS.

[newton]

There is rising concern about pesticides, used on plants for food, causing endocrine disruption, meaning that the residual pesticides appear to be changing hormone levels in our populations. Its better if you cycle them and then that way the pest don't build up resistance and you don't use products that are more toxic than required.

for example

1. Start off with one that you have manufactured yourself from home ingredients, examples include garlic and neem extracts
2. If unsuccessful then commercially prepared organic pesticides which are usually more concentrated.
3. Try minimising/removing the issues that may be causing the plants susceptibility to pest and disease.
4. If that fails then be ruthless, throw the plant away and start again
5. If truly and objectively the plant is valuable (uncommon, rare, spectacular example etc) consider a chemical with least impact on your environment, your health and those of your children. there are many experienced users on here who can give you factual guidelines.

Remember it is the highest form of self-respect to admit our mistakes and make amends for them. To make a mistake is only an error in judgement but to adhere to it when it is discovered shows infirmity of character. GOOD LUCK

regards
Ifzaal

[Munir]

I agree with the concern about the use of pesticides & go along with the course of action suggested by Newton.

[FSKamal]

Lazar is a pesticide and need to be used highly diluted 10 mil per litre of water and then spray lightly.

[newton]

ASA

I have looked up the lazar pesticide you mention but cant find any information on it, please outline any other names or instructions you have for it.

Yes there is a place for chemical pesticide usages but its important to include the positives as well as the negatives of chemicals and any alternative treatments specific to the problem pest. That way the forum doesn't become an outlet promoting commercial pesticides as the best easiest and cheapest products.

I note you grow herbs/veg etc which are fast growing and freshly plucked straight from the garden for kitchen use etc im thinking would misdilution affect any chutney/salads etc

Your response would be much appreciated.

Thanks
Ifzal

[FSKamal]

Can someone here name some pesticide for vegetable plants that are less harmful.

[FSKamal]

Lazar is a pesticide and need to be used highly diluted 10 mil per litre of water and then spray lightly.

I have a question how much is 10ML, can you help tell me how many litres will be one cap of the Lazar bottle for .

[Izhar]

you can measure 10ml accurately by using a disposable syringe... usually the pesticides are used 3ml/ litre of water

[Munir]

you can measure 10ml accurately by using a disposable syringe... usually the pesticides are used 3ml/ litre of water

Is 1ml equal to 1cc or what is the ratio ?

[M Farooq]

Is 1ml equal to 1cc or what is the ratio ?

Munir sb, both are identical quantities, 1 mL is by definition = 1 cubic centimeters

For general & new members, kindly follow the exact directions given on the bottle. If you are are unsure of the directions, please ask someone. This is important for your own safety and others as well.