Growing Apples - Insect and Disease Problems
I don't know about you, but I much prefer to put as little chemicals on my
fruits and vegetables as possible. When it comes to apples, insecticides
and fungicides are pretty much, a must. Either you spray the trees, or your
apples will be enjoyed by a wide variety of insects. Either you spray your
trees, or any one of a number of diseases will affect the quality of your
crop. Get the picture!? We wish we could say different, but we recommend
you spray your apple trees.
A regular program of spraying apple and other fruit trees begins in late
winter or early spring a with an application of Dormant Oil spray. This kills
insects that overwinter in your trees. It continues on a regular basis throughout
the summer, with applications of fruit tree sprays for insects and disease.
Without regular applications, your apple crop will be damaged or destroyed
by scab and/or other disease, as well as insects such as worms and aphids.
With regular applications, you will have plenty of beautiful, tasty apples
that you grew yourself.
Safety first: For a safe and effective application for fruit tree
sprays, make sure to:
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Follow the instructions on the label for the insecticide you use.
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Don't over-apply the spray. It won't increase effectiveness ,and can only
be harmful to you and the environment.
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Wear protective clothing at all times. This includes a mask so you don't
inhale the spray.
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Wash all clothing and tools after use.
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Wait the minimum days required (see instruction label) after spraying before
eating them.
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Wash apples thoroughly before eating them.
.ps: Don't forget to shine them by rubbing them with a towel. It gives
an attractive appearance when displayed in a fruit bowl on the table.
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