Re: Captan = poison
In a message dated 03/17/2000 7:30:16 PM Eastern Standard Time,
pumpkinguys@customcall.com writes:
<< There is no need to use captan if you start your seeds in a warm, indoor
environment. Seed rot generally is associated with cold, wet,
slow-germinating conditions. Captan only makes sense if you are direct
seeding early in the spring.
>>
Frank and others:
The use of Captan is sometimes necessary in warm, damp conditions as well. I
know from experience, living and germinating AGs indoors in FL.
The first time I germinated AG seeds, I used Joel Holland's cooler chest
method, using peat pots and a jug of warm water to keep the peat pots inside
the chest warm. I had three marine sized cooler chests going with about 40
peat pots.
I noted mold on the peat pots after the second day, and sprayed the entire
lot with Captan.Unfortunately, I did lose a few to seeds to rot despite my
efforts.
Any warm, moist, dark environment is a haven for mold and mildew. Keep your
eyes open and act accordingly.
If you have to use a fungicide, remember that Captan is a poison and
protective gloves should be worn to prevent it's contact with skin and eyes.
Barb
Zone 9
Orlando, FL
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