Fighting Powdery Mildew In Roses: A Comprehensive Guide For Management And Control
Powdery mildew is one of the most common diseases that affect roses. Powdery mildew can cause significant damage to roses, reducing the quality and quantity of the flowers produced. In severe cases, the disease can lead to premature defoliation, reduced plant growth and even plant death. Powdery mildew thrives in cool, humid conditions with moderate temperatures between 16-24°C. High humidity levels and low light intensities also favour the development of the disease. This article will give complete information about causes, symptoms and management of powdery mildew in roses.
Scientific Name: Sphaerotheca pannosa
Powdery mildew is a widespread disease that affects roses in all regions of India. However, some of the major affected states include Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.
The symptoms of powdery mildew are easily recognizable.
There are several strategies that can be used to control powdery mildew in roses, including cultural practices, crop sanitation, crop diversification, biological control, and chemical control.
The following are some of the cultural practices that can help reduce the incidence of powdery mildew in roses,
Chemical control can be effective in managing powdery mildew in roses. Some commonly used fungicides for powdery mildew in roses include,
Product Name | Technical Content | Dosage |
Bavistin Fungicide | Carbendazim 50%WP | 2 gm/lit of water |
Contaf Plus Fungicide | Hexaconazole 5 % SC | 2 ml/liter of water |
Amistar Top Fungicide | Azoxystrobin 18.2% + Difenoconazole 11.4% SC | 1 ml/lit of water |
Saaf Fungicide | Mancozeb 63% + Carbendazim 12% WP | 2 gm/lit of water |
Roko Fungicide | Thiophanate Methyl 70% WP | 0.5 gm/lit of water |
Sultaf Fungicide | Sulphur 80% WP | 2 gm/lit of water |
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