The most topical issue for growing carrots is weed control. To solve this problem, many scientifically based and popular methods of crop processing have been proposed. However, weeds most effectively destroy herbicides, such as kerosene.
When applying this or that herbicide in a confrontation with weeds, it is necessary, first of all, to determine the correctness of the choice, understand the specifics of the chemical's action and strictly follow the instructions for use.
Contents:to deal with weeds in the beds with carrots is using pure kerosene .
Kerosene Seeds of carrots germinate very slowly - within three weeks, and until the sprout appears above the ground, the bed will be covered with weeds. The lack of moisture, sunlight, nutrients at the very beginning of the growth of seedlings, will necessarily affect the quality of the crop later. Manually removing grass from the beds is a rather time consuming process. In the case of carrots, this method is not entirely justified, since the root system of this crop can easily damage or completely pluck the young roots from the ground along with a bunch of obsessive grass.
Fine dispersion of kerosene over the ridge is justified in that period, when the seedlings did not appear yet. Deadline - when 1-2 leaflets of carrot tops appeared, and weeds already dominate the garden. At the time of processing, the weeds are much larger in size than the seedlings of carrots, its leaves and stems will become a kind of cover for the young seedlings from the direct impact of kerosene on them, and the weeds will be destroyed.
Spraying A gardener for treatment will need:
- Sprayer.
- Rubber gloves.
- Respirator.
- Pure kerosene.
The consumption of kerosene per 1 square meter is 100 grams. In about two weeks, this procedure can be repeated and the whole summer weeds will not grow, and an excellent harvest of carrots is ensured.
One of the main pests is the The scaring off of carrot pests such as carrot aphids and honey bears is also a positive point of this procedure.
Kerosene as a herbicide for processing carrots: the benefits or harm
Before gardeners who first learned about this type of treatment for beds, questions will inevitably arise:
- How will this herbicide effect on human health?
- Is it reasonable to use kerosene in the garden from an environmental point of view?
Carrots will not be affected by this herbicide. In addition, kerosene quickly disappears from the surface of the earth. The procedure for weed control in carrot beds is carried out more than two months before harvest. The smell of kerosene roots do not absorb .But they can get it in violation of the rules of storage or transportation of the harvest, when the harvested vegetables are adjacent to chemical products that have a pronounced aggressive odor.
Since 1940, kerosene has been used for chemical weeding not only of garden beds, but also for processing carrot fields. Spraying was performed at the earliest stage of cultural development - before the emergence of shoots, using agricultural equipment. However, this was effective only at high concentrations of kerosene. In addition, this oil product is an explosive herbicide, which is rather difficult to transport and store, and its effectiveness in the soil is only from 7 to 14 days.
On the scale of home gardens, there is no need to talk about high costs and high concentration of kerosene when processing beds. Kerosene does not sterilize the soil, and therefore does not cause global environmental damage.
After kerosene - not a blade of grass Traditional herbicides against weeds
It is quite clear that absolutely safe preparations derived from chemical compounds cannot be. It takes some time to avoid contact with the weeds and land they have cultivated.
Not as radical as chemicals, but effectively combat the weeds. is carried out with the help of folk remedies.
Soda
A solution of high concentration of soda is not inferior in its degree of killing power. If, however, dilute the shredded soap in it, it will only increase its efficiency.
Vinegar
Vinegar is applied strictly on the leaves and stalks of weeds with a sprayer. This procedure is subjected to young weeds, before they bloom and the formation of seeds. The recipe for making such a herbicide is simple:
- In 1 liter of hot water, dissolve 5 tablespoons of vinegar and 2 tablespoons of salt. It is necessary to carry out processing accurately, without allowing hit of solution on vegetable cultures.
- Mix 2 cups of vinegar, 2 cups of water, a bag of citric acid, 30 grams of alcohol, 2 teaspoons of dish detergent.
Herbicidal SoapsHaving a homogeneous solution, they are treated with soil.
Salt
Salt sprinkled abundantly with cooked salt( approximately 1 kg per 1 square meter).Rain and dew will contribute to its penetration into the soil. It will not only burn out weeds, but it will not let grow new. However, for garden beds this method is still not the best .It is more suitable for clearing the yard, garden paths. If you still use salt in the garden, you need to sprinkle it around the beds, departing from cultivated plants.
Alcohol
Alcohol is also a very effective assistant gardener. A solution consisting of medical alcohol and water( a ratio of 1:10), is treated with soil. At 200 square meters, 11 liters of this solution are sufficient.
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