Re: systemics
I should have clarified.The sprays I use are a drench.I usually spray and
then water them in.Jerry
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From: <rado1000@hotmail.com>
To: <pumpkins@mallorn.com>
Sent: Friday, December 10, 1999 12:14 PM
Subject: systemics
> Please correct me if I am wrong... I had the impression that systemics
were
> usually applied as a soil drench, so that they could be taken up by the
> roots into the plant. But a spray on the leaves or stems would act more
as
> a topical pesticide.
>
> Are there differences in the structures of these chemicals? Is a systemic
> still absorbed by the plant no matter where or how you apply it??
>
> Beth
>
> #####
>
> > > s prays like sevin will wash away after time, systemic sprays
like
> Benomyl,cygon, isotox will enter every cell in the plant including the
> pumpkin and stay there for several weeks thus you do not have to spray
> entire plant. Much more effective if used in moderation. andrew
>
>
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