Organic Fungicide for Plants: Are you troubled by the problem of fungus on plants during rains? Know the correct use of Neem cake, how to use it as a fungicide, how to make organic fertilizer at home and an easy indigenous way to keep plants healthy in monsoon without expensive chemicals.
Organic Fungicide for Plants: Due to continuous moisture and rain during monsoon, the soil of pots remains wet for a long time. In such weather, the risk of fungus getting on the roots, stems and leaves of plants increases significantly. Many people buy expensive chemical fungicides for this, but Neem cake is a homegrown and organic solution which not only controls the fungus but also improves the quality of the soil. When used properly, it also helps in keeping the plants healthy and strengthening the roots.
Why is Neem cake beneficial in rain?
Natural antifungal and antibacterial properties are found in neem cake. It helps in reducing the number of harmful fungi and insects present in the soil. Along with this, it slowly releases nutrients, which improves the growth of plants. Its regular use during monsoon is helpful in protecting plants from problems like root rot.
How to use neem cake as fungicide?
During the rainy season, mix one to two spoons of Neem cake in the soil of the pot every 20 to 25 days. Loosen the soil slightly and place it at a distance from the roots and irrigate lightly. This reduces the chances of fungus growing in the soil and the roots of the plants remain healthy.
How to use Neem cake to remove fungus?
Soak about 100 grams of neem cake in one liter of water for 24 hours. After this, filter the solution and add equal amount of water if needed. Pour this solution on the soil. If using on leaves, test it on a single leaf first so that the plant is not adversely affected.
Apart from the solution, it can also be put in the soil in powder form, this is also very beneficial, it rains anyway during the rainy season, in such a situation you can use Neem cake in powder form for the plants.
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How to prepare organic fertilizer at home?
Mix neem cake with vermicompost or well-rotted cow dung and keep it covered for a few days. Pour the prepared mixture into the soil of the pots once a month. This provides nutrition to the plants, increases soil fertility and helps in reducing the risk of fungus during monsoon.
FAQs
Q1. Does neem cake work as fungicide?
Yes, it has natural antifungal properties that can help control the growth of fungus in the soil.
Q2. How many times should Neem cake be applied during monsoon?
Usually once every 20–25 days is sufficient.
Q3. Can Neem cake be used on all plants?
It can be used in most garden and potted plants, but always keep the quantity according to the size of the plant and the pot.