Re: Cult: Leaf Problem ?
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- Subject: Re: Cult: Leaf Problem ?
- From: B* S* <B*@hsc.edu>
- Date: Mon, 6 Apr 1998 07:24:49 -0600 (MDT)
>Thanks Mark,
> The irises that have this problem are in an area that doesn't get
>enough
>sun. It seems to be always be raining. I am going to give them a foliar
>feeding when I get a chance.
> Steve
I'd strongly recommend against this, Steve. Foliar feeding means wetting
the foliage and that means spreading and feeding the bacteria that are
causing your problem. I don't think fertilization, particularly with
10-10-10, quite high in nitrogen, is the answer. High nitrogen
fertilization creates soft growth that is more susceptible to leaf spot and
rot.
Again, just be patient and wait for warmer, drier weather. Meanwhile, try
cutting off the spotted parts as I mentioned earlier. Dip clippers in
clorox (2 parts clorox to 5 parts water) between cuts.
After Allenby took Damascus, an aide asked him what he intended to do. He
replied, "Nothing. That's usually best."
Bill Shear
Department of Biology
Hampden-Sydney College
Hampden-Sydney VA 23943
(804)223-6172
FAX (804)223-6374
email<bills@hsc.edu>
